stone extraction

[/stoʊn ɪkˈstrækʃən/]
nounpl: stone extractions
extração de cálculo
1. The surgical or medical procedure of removing stones (calculi) from the body, typically from the urinary tract, gallbladder, or salivary glands
The patient underwent stone extraction to remove the kidney stone that was causing severe pain.
O paciente foi submetido à extração de cálculo para remover o cálculo renal que causava dor severa.
2. In dentistry, the removal of calculus or tartar buildup from teeth
The dentist performed stone extraction during the cleaning appointment.
O dentista realizou a extração de cálculo durante a consulta de limpeza.
3. In quarrying and mining, the process of extracting stone from a quarry or rock face
Stone extraction from the limestone quarry has been ongoing for decades.
A extração de pedra da pedreira de calcário vem ocorrendo há décadas.
In Brazil, stone extraction procedures are increasingly common due to high rates of kidney stone formation, often related to climate and diet. The term 'extração de cálculo' is the standard medical terminology used in hospitals and clinics. In the USA, this procedure is frequently discussed in medical contexts and health insurance coverage, making it a common healthcare topic.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
calculus removalstone removallithiasis treatmentcalculi extraction
Antonyms / Antônimos
stone formationcalculus accumulation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
extração de cálculo
Most common medical term used in Brazil
São Paulo
remoção de pedra
Alternative informal usage in surgical contexts
Portugal
extração de cálculo
Same as Brazilian Portuguese in medical contexts
Mining/Quarrying
extração de pedra
Used specifically in quarrying and mining industries

Related Words

lithiasisurolithiasisnephrolithiasischolelithiasiscalculusurologistlithotripsyendoscopy

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have a stone extracted
undergoing stone extraction procedure
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