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paralytic ileus

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Main Entry: paralytic ileus
Function: noun
: ileus resulting from failure of peristalsis
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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paralytic ileus n.
Nonmechanical obstruction of the bowel from paralysis of the bowel wall, usually as a result of localized or generalized peritonitis or shock. Also called adynamic ileus, enteroplegia.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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