Presentation
Abdominal detention
Patient Data
Age: 20 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Ogilvie syndrome
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Massive distension of the large bowel is seen.
From the case:
Ogilvie syndrome
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Findings on plain films confirmed, with massive large bowel distension, with no transition point. No evidence of pneumoperitoneum. Collapsed small bowel loops.
From the case:
Ogilvie syndrome
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Dilated large bowel, no transition point. No radiologic evidence of Hirschsprung's disease.
Case Discussion
The studies are negative for Hirschsprung's disease. Colonic pseudo-obstruction (Ogilvie syndrome) is an acute colonic distention without an underlying mechanical obstruction.