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Meaning of LITHIASIS

Pronunciation:  li'thIusis

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  the formation of stones (calculi) in an internal organ
 
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 See Also: cholelithiasis, enterolithiasis, nephrolithiasis, pathology, renal lithiasis

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Li*thi"a*sis\, n. [NL., fr. Gr. ?, fr. li`qos stone.]
(Med.)
The formation of stony concretions or calculi in any part of
the body, especially in the bladder and urinary passages.
--Dunglison.
 
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Medical Dictionary
 
 Definition: A condition characterized by formation of calculi such as gallstones and kidney stones.
 
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