Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO or Ogilvie syndrome) is an under-recognized disorder characterized by acute and extensive dilatation of the colon in the absence of an anatomic lesion obstructing the gastrointestinal tract.
HELLP syndrome develops in pregnancy characterized by the triad of haemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and a low platelet count
Acute mastitis is usually associated with lactation and is frequently due to Staphylococcus aureus. It should be distinguished from simple “congestive mastitis” (breast engorgement).
Emergency contraception (EC) is a method which aims to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse.
An ectopic pregnancy is an extrauterine pregnancy and is a potentially lethal condition due to rupture and haemorrhage
Hyperemesis gravidarum consists of the most common cause of persistent severe nausea and vomiting before 20 weeks of pregnancy and the most common cause of hospitalization during the first half of pregnancy
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is an iatrogenic complication of ovulation induction by drug therapy.
Ovarian torsion refers to the complete or partial rotation of the ovary on its ligamentous supports, often resulting in ischaemia. Ovarian Torsion is a true gynaecological emergency that requires urgent surgical intervention to prevent ovarian necrosis.
Pelvic pain in females is a common presentation to the ED. Causes can be divided into Pregnancy related; Gynaecological and Non-gynaecological.
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a clinical syndrome in women resulting from infection of the usually sterile upper genital tract.
Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is an obstetrical emergency. It is a major cause of maternal morbidity, and one of the top three causes of maternal mortality
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal condition that primarily involves menstrual dysfunction / anovulation and signs of hyperandrogenism