Meaning & use
calculous
Relating to, caused by, or affected with a calculus, such as a kidney or gallstone.
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The surgeon explained the calculous obstruction blocking the patient's bile duct.
Calculous disease of the kidney can cause severe, sudden pain in the back.
A note on using this word
Do not confuse calculous with calculus; calculous is the adjective describing conditions caused by hard mineral deposits.
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