cholelithogenic

[US]/ˌkɒləlɪθəˈdʒenɪk/
[UK]/ˌkɑːləlɪθəˈdʒenɪk/

Translation

adj.causing or tending to cause gallstones; relating to the formation of gallstones

Phrases & Collocations

cholelithogenic diet

cholelithogenic effect

cholelithogenic factors

cholelithogenic risk

cholelithogenic agent

cholelithogenic activity

cholelithogenic potential

cholelithogenic properties

cholelithogenic bile

cholelithogenic stimulus

Example Sentences

obesity is considered a major cholelithogenic risk factor in adults.

the physician identified several cholelithogenic drugs in the patient's history.

high cholesterol diets often exhibit distinct cholelithogenic properties.

researchers studied the cholelithogenic effects of rapid weight loss.

certain genetic mutations may create a cholelithogenic environment in the gallbladder.

the study analyzed the cholelithogenic potential of somatostatin analogs.

specific biliary lipids promote a highly cholelithogenic state.

understanding cholelithogenic mechanisms is crucial for preventing gallstones.

prolonged fasting can induce a transient cholelithogenic condition.

the drug was withdrawn due to its unexpected cholelithogenic side effects.

clinical trials monitor the cholelithogenic activity of new lipid-lowering agents.

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