Toxic Megacolon: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Toxic megacolon is a life-threatening complication of various bowel diseases. The colon becomes massively enlarged and septic-toxic inflammation occurs. What is toxic megacolon? Toxic megacolon is defined as acute dilatation of the colon with clinically prominent inflammation of the colon. Various diseases and, in particular, diseases of the colon may be considered as causes. However, … Toxic Megacolon: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment