Gastrointestinal dysfunction in aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage: prevalence, clinical correlates, and prognostic implications from a 15-year ICU cohort study

In aSAH, GID is common and correlates with neurological severity, autonomic dysregulation, systemic inflammation, and resource use. Although GID is not independently associated with mortality after adjustment, it identifies a high-risk subgroup and supports early, structured gastrointestinal supportive strategies in neurocritical care.