See the related questions below for more information. Human Parainfluenza virus (hPIV) is a single-stranded RNA influenza virus of the influenza virus types called <i><b>paramyxoviridae.</b></i> It is a very common cause of upper respiratory infections and other respiratory tract diseases in infants and young children.
Ogilvie Surname Origin. (Locality). From the lands of Ogilvie, in Scotland. It may come from the Welsh Ochil, a high place. Source: An Etymological Dictionary of Family and Christian Names With an Essay on their Derivation and Import; Arthur, William, M.A.; New York, NY: Sheldon, Blake, Bleeker & CO., 1857.
Definition. Ogilvie syndrome (not Oglivie) is a condition where there is a sudden blockage of the colon despite there being no mechanical reason for the obstruction. This means that there is no mass or narrowing causing the obstruction. In fact, the colon is actually widened (dilatation) abnormally.