Physiology of intra-abdominal volume during pregnancy.

In conclusion, the adaptive capabilities of IAV related to the foetal growth are limited by the IAV reserve. The reserve capacity of the IAV and tensile properties of the abdominal wall can be estimated by the dynamics of the anteroposterior and transverse abdominal diameters. IMPACT STATEMENT What is already known on this subject? A causal relationship between intra-abdominal hypertension and the development of adverse obstetric and perinatal outcomes has been suggested. Nevertheless, the role of this condition as a leading cause of systemic dysfunction during pregnancy remains unrecognised and underestimated. What do the results of this study add? This study assesses the dynamics of IAV in uncomplicated singleton pregnancies. What are the implications of these findings for clinical practice and/or further research? The study of abdominal pressure indicators such as intra-abdominal volume and compliance will help to a better understand the aetiology, pathophysiology, prognosis and treatment strategies for pregnant women with intra-abdominal hypertension. PMID: 33251897 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - Category: OBGYN Tags: J Obstet Gynaecol Source Type: research