AN UNUSUAL PRESENTATION OF OGILVIE'S SYNDROME

Abstract

Introduction: Ogilvie's syndrome, also known as acute colonic pseudo-obstruction, refers to pathologic dilation of the colon without underlying mechanical obstruction, occurring primarily in patients with severe comorbidities. Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction appears to be more common in men and patients over the age of 60 years. The incidence is approximately 100 cases per 100,000 hospital admissions per year. Aims And Objectives The study aims to discuss an unusual presentation of Ogilvie's syndrome Objectives: Ÿ Discuss the aetiologies and management of Ogilvie's syndrome Methods: Results: Conclusion: We will be discussing a case of Ogilvie's syndrome. The differential diagnosis of large bowel obstruction. A large bowel obstruction warrants immediate surgical management whereas Ogilvie's syndrome is one of the rare cases of large bowel obstruction which is to be managed conservatively.