Calculus (medicine)
A calculus (pl.: calculi), often called a stone, is a concretion of material, usually mineral salts, that forms in an organ or duct of the body. Formation of calculi is known as lithiasis (/ˌlɪˈθaɪəsɪs/). Stones can cause a number of medical conditions.
| Calculus | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Stone |
| An 8-mm kidney stone | |
| Symptoms | Pain |
| Complications | Inflammation |
| Prevention | Diet |
| Treatment | Drinking water, surgery |
Some common principles (below) apply to stones at any location, but for specifics see the particular stone type in question.
Calculi are not to be confused with gastroliths.
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