ileus

Term: ileus (or  ileac)

Literally meaning: twisted

Origin: Anc Greek

ειλεός/ileos(=ileus)

>ειλέω/ileo(=squeeze, retain, twist, confine)

Coined/History

Definition

Ileus is a disruption or blockage of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract, especially the ileum, that is characterised by complete consipation.