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What are the clinical features suggestive of ileus in a patient?
Nausea and vomiting with a soft, distended abdomen, decreased bowel sounds, and gaseous distension of small and large bowels
How can the presence of gas in the colon and rectum help differentiate between ileus and small bowel obstruction?
Presence of gas in the colon and rectum and absence of air fluid levels is evidence against small bowel obstruction
What are the common metabolic causes of ileus?
In the absence of obvious obstruction and no history of surgery, metabolic causes are most likely.
How can hypokalemia lead to paralytic ileus?
Hypokalemia can cause paralytic ileus
What are the common causes of loop diuretic-induced hypokalemia?
Loop diuretics can produce hypokalemia and hyponatremia
In what situations is parenteral potassium replacement recommended?
Parenteral potassium replacement is necessary in patients unable to tolerate oral intake, such as those with dysfunctional bowel or cardiac or neurologic complications of hypokalemia
Test your knowledge on ileus and metabolic causes, including hypokalemia and loop diuretics. Learn about the symptoms, diagnostic findings, and treatment options for ileus.
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