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1. (n.) lithiasis
the formation or presence of stony concretions in the body.
Etymology: (1650–60; < NL < Gk lithíāsis)
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1. (noun) lithiasis
the formation of stones (calculi) in an internal organ
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1. (noun) lithiasis
the formation of stony concretions or calculi in any part of the body, especially in the bladder and urinary passages
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U.S. National Library of Medicine |
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1. lithiasis
A condition characterized by the formation of CALCULI and concretions in the hollow organs or ducts of the body. They occur most often in the gallbladder, kidney, and lower urinary tract.
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