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  1. What Is Ogilvie Syndrome (Acute Colonic Pseudo-Obstruction)?

    Mar 8, 2023 · Ogilvie syndrome, also known as acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO), is a sudden and unexplained paralysis of your colon. Your colon acts like it’s blocked or obstructed …

  2. Ogilvie syndrome - Wikipedia

    Ogilvie syndrome, or acute colonic pseudo-obstruction, is the acute dilatation of the colon in the absence of any mechanical obstruction in severely ill patients.

  3. Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (Ogilvie's syndrome)

    May 23, 2024 · Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (Ogilvie's syndrome) is a disorder characterized by acute dilatation of the colon in the absence of an anatomic lesion that obstructs the flow of …

  4. Ogilvie Syndrome - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

    Dec 18, 2025 · Ogilvie Syndrome, also known as acute colonic pseudo-obstruction, is a rare but significant gastrointestinal condition characterized by the abnormal dilation of the colon without …

  5. Ogilvie syndrome - Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | NORD

    Mar 13, 2012 · Learn about Ogilvie syndrome, including symptoms, causes, and treatments. If you or a loved one is affected by this condition, visit NORD to find resources.

  6. What Is Ogilvie Syndrome? Causes, Signs, and Management

    Aug 10, 2025 · Ogilvie syndrome, also known as acute colonic pseudo-obstruction, is a rare and serious gastrointestinal disorder. It involves a significant enlargement of the colon without any …

  7. Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO; Oglivie’s syndrome)

    Jun 25, 2024 · Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction refers to a paralytic ileus of the colon which causes severe colonic dilation. In some cases the small bowel may also be involved. This is …

  8. Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction • LITFL • Fellowship Notes

    Jun 12, 2025 · Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (or “Ogilvie’s syndrome”) is an under-recognized disorder characterized by acute and extensive dilatation of the colon in the absence of an …

  9. Colonic pseudo-obstruction - Radiopaedia.org

    Oct 19, 2025 · Colonic pseudo-obstruction, also known as Ogilvie syndrome, is a potentially fatal condition leading to an acute colonic distention without an underlying mechanical obstruction. …

  10. Intestinal pseudo-obstruction - Penn Medicine

    May 14, 2024 · Intestinal pseudo-obstruction is a condition in which there are symptoms of blockage of the intestine (bowels) without any physical blockage. In intestinal pseudo …