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Calculi

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Definition: An abnormal concretion occurring mostly in the urinary and biliary tracts, usually composed of mineral salts. Also called stones.  GEN or unspecified: prefer specifics; coord IM with organ/diseases term (IM); chem composition of calculi: use /chem; /ultrastruct permitted; chemolysis of calculi: coord dis with /ther, not /drug ther   
See Also Lithiasis; Lithotripsy
Examples Dental Calculus; Gallstones; Salivary Calculi; Urinary Calculi 		Other names Calculus; Biliary or Urinary Stones

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