Ureterolithiasis
Ureterolithiasis
Ureterolithiasis (pronounced: yoo-ree-tuh-roh-lih-thai-sis) is a medical condition characterized by the formation of a stone, or calculus, in the ureter, the tube that connects the kidney to the bladder.
Etymology
The term "Ureterolithiasis" is derived from three Greek words: "oureter" meaning tube, "lithos" meaning stone, and "iasis" meaning condition. Thus, it literally translates to "a condition of stone in the tube."
Symptoms
Symptoms of ureterolithiasis can include severe pain in the back or side, known as renal colic, blood in the urine (hematuria), frequent urination (polyuria), and urinary tract infections (UTI).
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of ureterolithiasis is typically confirmed through imaging studies such as ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scans, or intravenous pyelogram (IVP).
Treatment
Treatment options for ureterolithiasis include medication to help pass the stone, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), ureteroscopy, or surgery in severe cases.
Related Terms
- Nephrolithiasis: The formation of stones in the kidney.
- Cystolithiasis: The formation of stones in the bladder.
- Lithotripsy: A medical procedure used to break up stones in the body.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ureterolithiasis
- Wikipedia's article - Ureterolithiasis
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