title: Non-obstructive cecal dilatation and perforation after cesarean section.
abstract: A case of non-obstructive cecal dilatation and perforation after cesarean section is reported, with a review of the literature on the diagnosis and management of this entity. Fifteen cases have been described. Attention is called to this rare complication and to the accompanying pseudo-obstructive syndrome, the diagnosis of which is important in order to avoid cecal perforation. Non-obstructive cecal dilatation is a life threatening complication to cesarean section, and immediate surgical intervention is important.
authors: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, County Hospital, Hillerød, Denmark.
authors: L S
authors: LS
authors: Sperling
authors: A L
authors: AL
authors: Schantz
authors: K
authors: K
authors: Toftager-Larsen
authors: B
authors: B
authors: Ovlisen
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002429:Cecal Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D002585:Cesarean Section / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004108:Dilatation, Pathologic / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007416:Intestinal Perforation / Q000209:etiology*; D011247:Pregnancy