Colonic Pseudo Obstruction/ Ogilvie Syndrome

Colonic Pseudo Obstruction/ Ogilvie Syndrome

Plain Abdominal Radiograph-Ogilvie Syndrome

CT Scanogram-Colonic Pseudo Obstruction

Obstruction of Colon without any mechanical cause is termed as Ogilvie Syndrome or Colonic Pseudo Obstruction.

Patient can present with features of Intestinal Obstruction namely

• Abdominal Distension
• Constipation
• Colicky Abdominal Pain
• Vomiting

10 Common causes of Colonic Pseudo Obstruction/ Ogilvie Syndrome

1.      Hypokalaemia

2.      Uremia

3.      Septicemia

4.      Burns

5.      Trauma

6.      Myocardial Infarction

7.      Diabetes mellitus

8.      Tricyclic Anti Depressants ( Drugs )

9.      Pancreatitis

10.Idiopathic