Colonic pseudo-obstruction

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Colonic pseudo-obstruction is an uncommon pathology of the colon that rarely comes to pathology.

General

  • Uncommon seen in pathology.
  • Usually managed conservatively.[2]
  • May lead to perforation.
  • Associated with chronic illness.

Gross

  • Left side lesion.[3]

Microscopic

Features:[3]

  • Hypoganglionosis. ???

See also

References

  1. Shakir, AJ.; Sajid, MS.; Kianifard, B.; Baig, MK. (Jun 2011). "Ogilvie's syndrome-related right colon perforation after cesarean section: a case series.". Kaohsiung J Med Sci 27 (6): 234-8. doi:10.1016/j.kjms.2010.11.006. PMID 21601169.
  2. Durai, R. (Mar 2009). "Colonic pseudo-obstruction.". Singapore Med J 50 (3): 237-44. PMID 19352564.
  3. 3.0 3.1 Choe, EK.; Park, SH.; Park, KJ. (Jun 2011). "Colonic pseudo-obstruction with distinct transitional zone in adult constipation patients: pathological analysis and results of surgical treatment.". Am Surg 77 (6): 736-42. PMID 21679643.