| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9402290 | Journal of Surgical Research | 2005 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Normal IAP correlates with BMI but does not vary based on sex. The highest intraabdominal pressures in healthy patients are generated during coughing and jumping. Based on our observations, patients with higher BMI and chronic cough appear to generate significant elevation in IAP. Thus, this group of patients may potentially be at increased risk for abdominal wall hernia formation following surgery.
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Authors
William S. M.D., Justin M. M.D., Kent W. M.D., Brent D. M.D., H. Ph.D., B. M.D.,