Toxic megacolon is a rare but serious condition that occurs when inflammation causes the colon to become severely distended or inflated. When the colon becomes severely inflamed, it can lose its ...

Toxic megacolon (also known as toxic dilation) occurs when a part or all of the colon becomes inflamed and expands larger than normal size. It is a complication of severe colitis, which can result ...

Often, their discomfort goes unnoticed until a serious issue arises. One such condition that deserves attention is megacolon—a severe form of constipation that, if left untreated, can ...

Cats are masters of mystery — especially when it comes to their health. Often, their discomfort goes unnoticed until a ...

This condition, especially prevalent in cats, can cause serious quality-of-life issues if left untreated. Read on Texas A&M ...

Background—The aetiology and pathology of both idiopathic megarectum and idiopathic megacolon are unknown. In particular, it is unknown whether there are abnormalities involving enteric nerves or ...

AIMS: To characterise the clinical and diagnostic features, and response to treatment, of patients with idiopathic megarectum (IMR) and idiopathic megacolon (IMC). METHODS: A retrospective review was ...

In 10% to 20% of cases, PSC can lead to a rare form of cancer called cholangiocarcinoma affecting the bile ducts. Bowel Perforation and Toxic Megacolon Bowel perforation is a rare but potentially life ...

Glycopyrrolate can make this condition worse. Toxic Megacolon. Toxic megacolon is a rare and serious condition that can cause your colon to swell, weaken, and stop working properly ...

Clostridioides difficile, a spore-forming and anaerobic gram-positive bacterium, causes a wide-spectrum diarrheal disease that can ultimately lead to life-threatening conditions such as toxic ...