Basra, MShrestha, BM2026-11-052026-11-052012https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.51https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14572/8328Abstract Acute ischaemic colitis (AIC) is being increasingly recognised as an uncommon cause of abdominal pain associated with fresh bleeding per rectum. It is paramount to maintain a high index of suspicion and adopt appropriate management strategies to avoid complications and inappropriate interventions. In this paper, we describe a case of AIC and review literature pertinent to the management of this condition. Keywords: Ischaemic colitis, Acute abdomen, Management.en-USIschaemic colitisAcute abdomenManagementArticle