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[Ogilvie syndrome: a case report]

S Maurizio¹, G M Andreoni, G Capelli

¹Chirurgia Generale, Presidio Ospedaliero di San Giovanni Bianco, Bergamo.

Chirurgia Italiana

|January 1, 1994

Summary

Ogilvie syndrome, a rare condition of the colon, involves acute dilation without obstruction. This case review details its presentation, causes, and management strategies, including conservative and surgical options.

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Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Colorectal Surgery
Internal Medicine

Background:

Ogilvie syndrome (acute colonic pseudo-obstruction) is a rare condition characterized by significant dilation of the colon without mechanical obstruction.
Understanding the pathophysiology and clinical presentation is crucial for timely diagnosis and effective management.

Observation:

The authors present a directly observed case of Ogilvie syndrome.
This direct observation allowed for detailed analysis of the syndrome's progression and characteristics.

Findings:

The case highlights the rarity of Ogilvie syndrome.
A comprehensive review of pathogenic hypotheses and the clinical picture was conducted.
Therapeutic management, encompassing both conservative and surgical approaches, was described.

Implications:

This case report contributes to the limited literature on Ogilvie syndrome.
It underscores the importance of considering conservative management and surgical intervention for this rare condition.
Further research into the underlying mechanisms and optimal treatment strategies for Ogilvie syndrome is warranted.

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