title: Urolithiasis. Terms and concepts.
abstract: Urolithiasis is a general term that encompasses formulation of urinary tract stones as a sequela of one or more underlying abnormalities. A variety of terms have been used to describe the characteristics of uroliths based on mineral composition, location, and/or shape. Knowledge of the origins and meanings of these terms will facilitate understanding of the cause, detection, treatment, and prevention of uroliths.
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D004283:Dog Diseases; D004285:Dogs; D009626:Terminology as Topic; D014545:Urinary Calculi / Q000662:veterinary*