Definition:
Ogilvie syndrome is found in severely ill patients with a serious acute pseudo-obstruction and dilation of the colon that has no mechanical obstruction .
Diagnosis:
Ogilvie's syndrome typically diagnosed in critically ill patients.
Treatment:
Patients first undergo therapy, which stops at oral ingestions. Colonoscopic decompression may be required but prior to that, a pharmacological way of decompressing the colon using neostigmine is considered. Neostigmine induces bradyarrhythmia and bronchospasms, thus atropine be ready for immediate use.
Symptoms and Signs:
The patient experiences pain and swelling in the abdomen and altered bowel movements.
