ileus

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noun

(modern usage) Disruption of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract, due to failure of peristalsis.
(broad definition, now rare) Disruption of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract from any cause.

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Synonyms

paralytic meconium adynamic ileitis dysperistalsis ileocolitis enterostasis iliac passion hypoperistalsis dysmotility occlusive ileus tenesmus lientery dismotility irregularity anismus

Associated

gallstone cholecystitis cholangitis perforation pancreatitis bowel obstruction motility cystic colitis intestinal

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