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Ileus |
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Ileus (or adynamic ileus, paralytic ileus) is a medical condition, where the normal contractile movements of the instestinal walls temporarily stop. Like a mechanical obstruction, Ileus prevents the intestinal content passage. Unlike a mechanical obstruction, ileus in very rare cases causes perforation. Ileus can be resulted from blood clots in the abdomen or infection that lowers the blood supply to the intestine, or damage to veins, or intestinal arteries. Ileus can also be resulted from outside the intestine including failure of kidneys or abnormal amounts of electrolytes in blood – for example: high calcium amounts or low levels of potassium. Other causes of Ileus disease include specific medications and thyroid gland that is underactive. The disease is common for 1-3 days after surgery of the abdomen. Ileus symptoms include vomiting, abdominal bloating, cramps, and severe constipation. Physicians can hear several bowel sounds or none at all through a stethoscope. An abdominal x-ray may show bulging loop of intestine. Usually, a procedure called colonoscopy is needed to confirm the diagnosis. The treatment of Ileus disorder consists of liquid relief and gas build-up, which results from Ileus. In certain cases, a tube is placed into the large intestine through the anus to relieve the pressure. Additionally, a tube is inserted through the nose into the small intestine or stomach and suction is applied to relieve distention and pressure. The patient cannot drink or eat until the situation is under control. Electrolytes and fluids are injected intravenously.
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Disease Conditions > I
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| Related Searches |
paralytic ileus, meconium ileus, bowel ileus |
| Date Submitted |
27-Oct-2005
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