ACUTE PSEUDOOBSTRUCTION OF THE COLON (OGILVIES-SYNDROME) AFTER CESAREAN-SECTION - A RARE COMPLICATION

Despite the fact, that acute pseudo-obstruction of the colon (Oglivie's syndrome) is a rare entity, many of the reported cases have occurred after gynaecologic and obstetric surgical procedures. In order to avoid life-threatening complications, such as caecal perforation, early detection and initiation of conservative treatment is necessary. We report on three cases with Ogilvie's syndrome after caesarean section. Symptoms and treatment are discussed.