noun
- a blockage or obstruction of the intestines that prevents the normal movement of food and waste through the digestive system
Usage: medical term; also called intestinal obstruction
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with ileus after experiencing severe abdominal pain and vomiting.
- Ileus can result from surgery, inflammation, or a physical blockage in the intestines.
- The doctor ordered imaging tests to confirm the ileus and determine its cause.
- Post-operative ileus is a common complication that usually resolves within a few days.
- Treatment for ileus may include fasting, intravenous fluids, and nasogastric tube placement.