Abdominal Compartment Syndrome in Children: Perioperative Concerns and Considerations ACS in Children

Abstract

The consequences of increased intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH), specifically its effects on the cardiovascular, pulmonary and renal systems are well described [3,4]. In pediatric populations, the detrimental effect of increased IAP following repair of omphalocele and gastroschisis are well known [5]. Despite this, emergent abdominal decompression for ACS in children was not described until 2000 [6][7][8]. In 2004, the World Society on Abdominal Compartment Syndrome (WSACS) was founded and published consensus definitions in 2006 [9]. These definitions were last updated in 2013 and include clinical practice guidelines and recommendations for both the adult and pediatric population [10] (Table 1).