Definition: A condition caused by the lack of intestinal PERISTALSIS or INTESTINAL MOTILITY without any mechanical obstruction. This interference of the flow of INTESTINAL CONTENTS often leads to INTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION. Ileus may be classified into postoperative, inflammatory, metabolic, neurogenic, and drug-induced.
coord IM with specific precoord intestinal dis (IM); PARALYTIC ILEUS see INTESTINAL PSEUDO-OBSTRUCTION is also available
ExamplesIntestinal Pseudo-Obstruction
