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Lithiasis

Definition:

Lithiasis refers to the formation or presence of stones, calculi, or concretions in an organ or duct of the body, typically the urinary or biliary system.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Medical Condition

Sense 1 Description: The presence and formation of stones in the urinary or biliary system.

Sample Sentence: The patient was diagnosed with renal lithiasis and required surgical intervention.

Sense 2: Formation of Stones in Various Organs

Sense 2 Description: The formation of stones in other organs or ducts of the body, such as salivary gland or pancreatic duct.

Sample Sentence: Pancreatic lithiasis can lead to severe abdominal pain and digestive complications.

Sense 3: Popular Culture

Sense 3 Description: In popular culture, lithiasis can refer to the portrayal or depiction of stones in movies, books, or art.

Sample Sentence: The movie showcased a beautifully crafted lithiasis scene, adding an element of drama to the storyline.

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