Ileus: The restoration of alimentary-tract motility by pharmacological means

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Abstract
The nature of ileus and the clinical problem it poses are discussed. A consideration of the previous multiplicity of treatments is presented. The concepts behind the present mode of treatment are outlined. This consists of removing the sympathetic inhibition of the alimentary tract in the condition and potentiating or supplementing tone. Case histories are presented to illustrate the use of the drugs suggested, and the indications for therapy are discussed. The mistaken concept that the gut is “paralysed” in ileus should be finally abandoned.