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01-11-2007 | Case Report

Ogilvie’s syndrome: a case report

Authors: G. Srivastava, A. Pilkington, D. Nallala, D. W. Polson, E. Holt

Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics | Issue 5/2007

Abstract

Objective

Ogilvies syndrome (OS) is a rare condition in obstetrics but occurs most commonly after caesarean section. Mortality rates from OS can be as high as 36–50% when bowel perforation or ischemia develops which highlights the early recognition of this condition. Early diagnosis is therefore essential to prevent serious morbidity and mortality.

Conclusion

We, therefore report a case of OS after caesarean section in which early detection by senior clinicians resulted in successful management of the condition and an excellent outcome.

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Title: Ogilvie’s syndrome: a case report
Authors: G. Srivastava
A. Pilkington
D. Nallala
D. W. Polson
E. Holt
Publication date: 01-11-2007
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics / Issue 5/2007
Print ISSN: 0932-0067
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0711
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00404-007-0386-5

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Ogilvie’s syndrome: a case report

Abstract

Objective

Conclusion

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Objective

Conclusion

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