cholelithic

/kɒlɪˈlaɪθɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the presence of gallstones in the gallbladder

“The patient was diagnosed with cholelithic disease after undergoing a CT scan.”

2. adjective

relating to or causing the formation of gallstones

“The patient’s diet was high in fat, making her cholelithic and increasing her risk of gallstones.”

3. noun

a condition characterized by the presence of gallstones in the gallbladder

“The patient was treated for cholelithic disease and made a full recovery.”

Synonyms

  • cholelitic
  • gallstone-forming

Antonyms

  • cholesteric