Distinguishing Between Paralytic vs Mechanical Ileus
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Distinguishing Between Paralytic vs Mechanical Ileus

Paralytic Ileus

 - Medical history: Frequent ulcer or gallstone pains or other abdominal complaints, appendicitis, extrauterine gravidity

 - Onset: Sudden (perforation) or gradual (laparotomy) depending on the underlying disease

 - Pain: May not be present depending on underlying disease

 - Meteorism: Diffuse, very obvious

 - Peristalsis: None (complete stasis)

 - General condition: Highly affected, frequent shock

Mechanical Ileus

 - Medical history: History of carcinoma, gallstones, hernias, previous laparotomy

 - Onset: Always gradual

 - Pain: Generally colicky

 - Meteorism: Reversal

 - Peristalsis: Increased, intestinal stasis

 - General condition: Slightly affected, no shock



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