Nutritional status and intake in patients with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis (NCFB) - a cross sectional study.

Background & Aims: Bronchiectasis is a heterogeneous, chronic respiratory condition, in which the role of nutrition remains unclear and nutritional guidance is lacking. Few studies have explored the role of nutrition in disease management, and little is known about nutritional requirements during periods of stability or metabolic stress. The aim of this study was to characterise nutritional status and intakes in a cohort of patients and identify potential associations with body composition and functional capacity.

A case of refractory Ogilvie syndrome following a haemorrhagic stroke.

Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO), or Ogilvie syndrome, is colonic bowel obstruction without a mechanical cause. Stroke is known to result in autonomic disturbance, which is one of the factors that can lead to ACPO, yet it has only rarely been described post stroke. There are several management options available, including conservative techniques, pharmacological therapies, endoscopic treatments and, finally, surgery.