Primary intestinal pseudo-obstruction
Alternate Names : Intestinal pseudo-obstruction, Acute colonic ileus, Colonic pseudo-obstruction, Idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction, Ogilvie's syndrome, Chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction
Treatment
- A medication called neostigmine may be used to treat pseudo-obstruction of the large intestine.
- Colonoscopy may be used to remove air from the intestine.
- Fluids given through a vein (intravenous fluids) will replace fluids lost from vomiting or diarrhea.
- Nasogastric suction -- a nasogastric (NG) tube is placed thru the nose into the stomach to remove air from (decompress) the bowel.
- Special diets usually do not work, although vitamin B12 supplements may be used for patients with vitamin deficiency.
In severe cases, surgery may be needed.
Prognosis (Expectations)
Most cases of acute pseudo-obstruction get better in a few days with treatment. The disease may return, and can continue for many years.
Complications
Calling Your Health Care Provider
Call your health care provider if you have persistent abdominal pain or other symptoms of this disorder.
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