Definitions for: Ileus


[n] blockage of the intestine (especially the ileum) that prevents the contents of the intestine from passing to the lower bowel



Webster (1913) Definition: 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}.

Synonyms: intestinal obstruction

See Also: blockage, enteropathy, obstruction

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