In which of the following condition is spastic ileus seen?: (A) Porphyria, (B) Retroperitoneal abscess, (C) Hypokalemia, (D) MI
Answer is A. Spastic, or dynamic ileus is rare and results from extreme and prolonged contraction of intestine. It is seen in: Heavy metal poisoning Uremia Porphyria Extensive intestinal ulceration Ref: Harrison 17/e, Page 1912.