What is another word for cholelith?

Pronunciation: [kˈə͡ʊllɪθ] (IPA)

Cholelith is a medical term used to describe gallstones. These are small, hardened deposits that form in the gallbladder. There are several synonyms for cholelith, including cholecystolithiasis, gallstone disease, and biliary calculi. Cholecystolithiasis refers specifically to the presence of gallstones in the gallbladder, while gallstone disease encompasses the symptoms and complications that can arise from this condition. Biliary calculi is a broader term that can refer to any type of small, calcified deposit in the biliary tract. Regardless of the terminology, the treatment for cholelith and its synonyms often involves surgery or other procedures to remove the gallstones and improve overall health.

What are the hypernyms for Cholelith?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    calculus, stone, Renal Calculi, Urinary Calculi, Urinary Stone.

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