peristaltic

[ per-uh-stawl-tik, -stal- ]

/ ˌpɛr əˈstɔl tɪk, -ˈstæl- /

of, relating to, or resembling peristalsis.

Origin of peristaltic

1645–55; < Greek peristaltikós compressing, equivalent to peri- peri- + stal- (see peristalsis) + -tikos -tic

per·i·stal·ti·cal·ly, adverb hy·per·per·i·stal·tic, adjective

Absence of peristaltic sounds is always an indication of disease, and suggests exhaustion or paralysis of the intestines.

Special Report on Diseases of the Horse |United States Department of Agriculture
The peristaltic waves generally pass from left to right, rarely in the opposite direction as well.

A System of Practical Medicine By American Authors, Vol. II |Various
The ganglia of Auerbach and of Meissner in the intestinal wall are sufficient for the development of peristaltic waves.

A System of Practical Medicine By American Authors, Vol. II |Various
Peristaltic movements are constantly taking place in the digestive tract.

Psychotherapy |James J. Walsh

In either of these cases, the peristaltic action of the intestines becomes enfeebled, and constipation ensues.

A Newly Discovered System of Electrical Medication |Daniel Clark