About The Word Ileus
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Ileus
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What's The Definition Of Ileus?
[n] blockage of the intestine (especially the ileum) that prevents the contents of the intestine from passing to the lower bowel
Synonyms | Synonyms for Ileus: intestinal obstruction Related Terms | Find terms related to Ileus: See Also | blockage | enteropathy | obstruction Ileus In Webster's Dictionary \Il"e*us\, n. [NL., fr. Gr. ?, ?, fr. ? to roll up.]
(Med.)
A morbid condition due to intestinal obstruction. It is
characterized by complete constipation, with griping pains in
the abdomen, which is greatly distended, and in the later
stages by vomiting of fecal matter. Called also {ileac, or
iliac, passion}.
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