What is another word for lithiasis?
Pronunciation: [lˈɪθɪˌasiz] (IPA) 
Lithiasis is a medical term that refers to the formation of stones inside the body, typically in the urinary tract. Though it is a commonly known medical term, there are several synonyms that can be used interchangeably to describe the condition. Some of these synonyms include urolithiasis, nephrolithiasis, renal calculi, kidney stones, bladder stones, and urinary stones. These terms all describe the same underlying condition, but can be used to focus on different aspects of the stone formation, such as location or size. The use of synonyms is helpful for clinicians to unambiguously communicate with each other and to their patients.
