Ileus Synonyms

ĭlē-əs
Blockage of the intestine (especially the ileum) that prevents the contents of the intestine from passing to the lower bowel
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. intestinal obstruction

Words Related to Ileus

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Ileus Sentence Examples

  • Several conditions can cause ileus such as peritonitis, septicaemia or recent cord compression.

  • Paralytic ileus (also called adynamic ileus) is one type of intestinal obstruction.

  • Now the mother has a paralytic ileus... Right after coming out of theater we found the ward in an uproar.

  • An abdominal x-ray also revealed an apparent paralytic ileus.

  • Conditions included postoperative ileus, delayed onset muscle soreness, migraine, influenza, asthma, rheumatic conditions and osteoarthritis.

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