Most common electrolyte imbalance that causes paralytic ileus is: (A) Hyponatremia, (B) Hypernatremia, (C) Hypokalemia, (D) Hyperkalemia
Answer is C. In paralytic ileus uraemia and hypokalemia are the most common contributory factors. Paralytic ileus is defined as a state in which there is failure of transmission of peristaltic waves secondary to neuromuscular failure. Reference : Bailey & Love, 27th Edition, page no = 1297.