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ileus
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As a noun, ileus means disruption of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract, due to failure of peristalsis.
Meanings of ileus
3 meaningsnoun
medicinemodern usageDisruption of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract, due to failure of peristalsis.
medicinebroad definitionnow rareDisruption of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract from any cause.
Blockage of the intestine (especially the ileum) that prevents the contents of the intestine from passing to the lower bowel
Similar: intestinal obstruction
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noun: blockage of the intestine (especially the ileum) that pre…
intestinal obstruction
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