Recurrent cardiac arrest in emergency department secondary to abdominal compartment syndrome with a recent surgical intervention: a case report
Background: Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) refers to multi-organ dysfunction caused by intraabdominal hypertension. A devastating condition that can lead to a 100% mortality if not treated. ACS is often underrecognized in the emergency department (ED) because it mostly affects patients who are...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2022-12-01
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Series: | Saudi Journal of Emergency Medicine |
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Online Access: | http://www.ejmanager.com/fulltextpdf.php?mno=129804 |