Introduction: Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO), also known as Ogilvie syndrome is a condition characterized by massive colonic distension in the absence of mechanical obstruction. In female patients, it has an association with cesarean section. Ogilvie syndrome is a rare and therefore infrequently reported condition. However, it can be associated with serious morbidity and mortality. Cas...

Ogilvie syndrome or acute pseudo-obstruction of the colon is a rare condition characterized by progressive dilatation of the proximal colon in the absence of any mechanical obstruction. We present an interesting case of an acute pseudocolonic obstruction one week following Caesarean section. The condition mainly affects the caecum and right colon, and can lead to life-threatening perforation. I...

INTRODUCTION Cecal volvulus and ogilvie syndrome are two entities which may display similar clinical presentation but require different treatment approaches. PRESENTATION OF CASE An 84-year old male patient admitted for conservative treatment of a pelvis fracture, complained of abdominal cramps and flatulence on the third hospitalization day. Abdominal radiographs arose suspicion of cecal vol...

Panter and Ogilvie describe findings that link recreational and commuter cycling with reduced incidence of diabetes.