Postpartum Ogilvie syndrome, cause of acute intestinal obstruction

Lesson Ogilvie's syndrome presents as a rare complication in the postpartum period. Prompt diagnosis is crucial to prevent colonic perforation, occurring in 25 to 40% of cases, leading to significant mortality.

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Published in:JRSM open 2024-05, Vol.15 (5), p.20542704241244555
Main Authors: Elbahaoui, Nezha, Lahnaoui, Oumayma, Benammi, Sara, Ouanani, Mohamd, Errougani, Abdelkader
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Case Report
Intestinal obstruction
Medical diagnosis
Postpartum period
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Summary:Lesson Ogilvie's syndrome presents as a rare complication in the postpartum period. Prompt diagnosis is crucial to prevent colonic perforation, occurring in 25 to 40% of cases, leading to significant mortality.
ISSN:2054-2704
2054-2704
DOI:10.1177/20542704241244555