Disease or Syndrome
paralytic ileus Audio
par·a·lyt·ic il·e·us [ payr-uh-lih-tik ih-lee-us ]
Definitions related to paralytic ileus:
  • A condition in which the muscles of the intestines do not allow food to pass through, resulting in a blocked intestine. Paralytic ileus may be caused by surgery, inflammation, and certain drugs.
    NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • An ileus caused by abdominal or pelvic surgery, infections, disorders that affect the muscles and nerves, and medications. Signs and symptoms include those of intestinal obstruction.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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