Colonic volvulus and related forms of intestinal obstruction represent a significant surgical emergency that may rapidly progress to ischaemia, perforation and sepsis if not promptly recognised and ...

Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO), or Ogilvie’s syndrome, is characterised by massive dilatation of the colon in the absence of a mechanical blockage. It typically arises in the context of ...

A 76-year-old man with a history of hepatitis C infection and newly diagnosed hepatocellular carcinoma was admitted for scheduled transcatheter arterial chemoembolization therapy. He developed ...

Decompression therapy stretches the affected area to reduce pressure on compressed nerves, often using mechanical traction or computerized devices. It may help relieve pain from conditions such as ...