International journal of obstetric anesthesia
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Int J Obstet Anesth
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A 32-year-old patient developed pseudo-obstruction of the large bowel following elective caesarean section. The association of this rare postoperative complication with anaesthesia is discussed. ⋯ The reported mortality varies from 14-30% rising to 40-50% if there is caecal perforation. The underlying mechanism is thought to be an imbalance of the autonomic nervous system.