noun
- Plural of ileus; conditions in which the intestines fail to move food and waste through the digestive system, often due to paralysis or blockage.
Usage: Medical term; Usually used in plural form when referring to multiple cases or types
Examples
- The surgeon warned that postoperative ileuses could develop after abdominal surgery.
- Patients with severe ileuses may require hospitalization and intravenous fluids.
- The doctor examined several cases of ileuses caused by adhesions from previous operations.
- Prolonged ileuses can lead to serious complications if not treated promptly.
- Different types of ileuses require different treatment approaches depending on the underlying cause.