AIM To critically review the literature addressing the definition, epidemiology, aetiology and
pathophysiology of acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO). METHODS A systematic …

Background Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction is characterized by clinical and radiological
evidence of acute large bowel obstruction in the absence of a mechanical cause. The …

The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) is dedicated to ensuring high-
quality patient care by advancing the science, prevention, and management of disorders …

Colonic volvulus and acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO) are 2 causes of benign large-
bowel obstruction. Colonic volvulus occurs most commonly in the sigmoid colon as a result …

Ogilvie's syndrome describes an acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO) consisting of
dilatation of part or all of the colon and rectum without intrinsic or extrinsic mechanical …

Critically ill patients who are subjected to high stress or with severe injury can rapidly break
down their body protein and energy stores. Unless adequate nutrition is provided …

Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO) is a syndrome of massive dilation of the colon
without mechanical obstruction that develops in hospitalised patients with serious …

Although acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO), also known as Ogilvie syndrome, is a
well-known clinical entity, in many respects it remains poorly understood and continues to …

Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO) is a rare but often fatal disease. Herein, we
present the largest study to date on ACPO. The National Inpatient Sample was queried for …

Ileus and colonic pseudo-obstruction cause functional obstruction of intestinal transit,
without mechanical obstruction, because of uncoordinated or attenuated intestinal muscle …