litholytic

[US]/ˌlɪθəˈlɪtɪk/
[UK]/ˌlɪθəˈlɪtɪk/

Translation

adj.(medical) Dissolving or breaking down stones, especially kidney stones or gallstones

Example Sentences

litholytic agents are often prescribed to dissolve small kidney stones.

the doctor recommended litholytic therapy to treat the patient's gallstones.

researchers are studying the litholytic properties of this medicinal herb.

oral litholytic drugs offer a non-invasive alternative to surgery.

ursodeoxycholic acid is a potent litholytic agent used for cholesterol stones.

effective litholytic treatment depends on the composition of the stone.

the urologist decided to pursue litholytic management before considering surgery.

long-term litholytic medication may be necessary to prevent recurrence.

combining hydration with litholytic therapy can speed up the process.

the litholytic effect of the drug was confirmed through follow-up ultrasounds.

doctors generally reserve litholytic therapy for patients who cannot undergo surgery.

the specific litholytic mechanism involves breaking down the stone matrix.

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