A 48-year-old male with a history of severe pancreatitis and recent abdominal trauma is admitted to the ICU. Over the past several hours, he has developed worsening tachycardia, hypotension, and respiratory distress. On examination, his abdomen is tense and distended with decreased bowel sounds. Bedside ultrasonography reveals elevated intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) > 25 mmHg. Arterial blood gas shows respiratory acidosis and hypoxia. Question: Which of the following is the most likely consequence of this patient’s condition?
