enterolith

/ɛntəˈrɒlɪθ/

Definitions

1. noun

A stone formed within the body, especially in the intestine or stomach, by the action of bile or other acids.

“The patient was diagnosed with an enterolith in their gallbladder, which required immediate surgery.”

2. noun

A stone formed in the body by the action of urine acids, especially in the urinary tract.

“The urologist removed an enterolith from the patient’s kidney to prevent further complications.”

Synonyms

  • biliary stone
  • gallstone

Antonyms

  • soft tissue