Associations to the word «Ileus»

Wiktionary

ILEUS, noun. (medicine) (pathology) (zoology) Partial or complete obstruction of the intestines, especially the ileum, causing colic, vomiting, constipation and often fever and dehydration.

Dictionary definition

ILEUS, noun. Blockage of the intestine (especially the ileum) that prevents the contents of the intestine from passing to the lower bowel.

Wise words

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