Ogilvie’s Syndrome With Cecal Perforation Post Cesarean Section: A Case Report

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-25
Author(s):  
Dennis Wei Jian Gong ◽  
Victor Jian Yuan Chin
2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lamiaa Elsebay ◽  
Mariam Ahmed Galal

Background. Acute colonic pseudoobstruction or Ogilvie’s syndrome is a rare entity that is characterized by acute dilatation of the colon without any mechanical obstruction. It is usually associated with medical disease or surgery and rarely occurs spontaneously. If not diagnosed early, Ogilvie’s syndrome may cause bowel ischemia and perforation. Case. A G7P4+2, 40-year-old woman, who is a known case of gestational diabetes mellitus during her current pregnancy, four previous cesarean sections, two early pregnancy losses at six-week gestation, and hypothyroidism, underwent uncomplicated elective cesarean section, after which she complained of abdominal distention. Conclusion. Ogilvie’s syndrome is a rare condition yet of interest to obstetricians, midwifery staff, and general surgeons because its early diagnosis and prompt treatment are the keystones to avoid any subsequent fatal complications. This case report reviews the clinical characteristics, diagnostic methods, and management of Ogilvie’s syndrome. Moreover, we suggest a management approach to help in early diagnosis and prompt management to improve the outcome of this potentially serious condition.


2014 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 65-68
Author(s):  
Ilay Hilal Kilic ◽  
Ilknur Donmez ◽  
Cihat Uzunkopru ◽  
Ayse Guler ◽  
Hadiye Sirin

1992 ◽  
Vol 76 (6) ◽  
pp. 1012-1016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert A. Feldman ◽  
Richard C. Karl

✓ Three patients who developed Ogilvie's syndrome following lumbar spinal surgery are described. Ogilvie's syndrome, also known as pseudo-obstruction of the colon, is characterized by massive cecal distention without mechanical obstruction. If this condition is not recognized and not promptly treated, it may be complicated by cecal perforation, a life-threatening hazard. The etiology, diagnosis, management, and potential relationship between lumbar spinal surgery and Ogilvie's syndrome are discussed.


2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Geet Midha ◽  
Farheen Khan ◽  
Rajesh Joseph Selvakumar ◽  
Mark Ranjan Jesudason

2011 ◽  
Vol 27 (6) ◽  
pp. 234-238 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Jabbir Shakir ◽  
Muhammad Shafique Sajid ◽  
Babak Kianifard ◽  
Mirza Khurrum Baig

2012 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 693-696 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amy George ◽  
Allison Hensley ◽  
Douglass Hale

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Barbosa ◽  
Sara Freire ◽  
Nadia Simas ◽  
Joao Barreira ◽  
Emilia Velhinho ◽  
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