What is another word for nephrolithiasis?
Pronunciation: [nˈɛfɹəlˌɪθɪˌasiz] (IPA) 
Nephrolithiasis refers to the condition in which kidney stones are formed due to the accumulation of minerals in the urinary tract. Synonyms for nephrolithiasis include urolithiasis, renal calculi, kidney stone disease, and urinary calculi. Urolithiasis is a broader term that encompasses both kidney and urinary tract stones. Renal calculi is a more medical term that refers specifically to kidney stones. Kidney stone disease is a more generalized term that refers to any condition related to the formation of kidney stones. Urinary calculi is a term that specifically refers to the formation of stones in the urinary tract. All these terms are used interchangeably to describe the same medical condition.
