Ptyalolith
Translation of "ptyalolith" into Russian
ptyalolith
NounUK
/ˌtaɪ.əˈlɪθ/
US
/ˌtaɪ.əˈlɪθ/
ptyalolith
ptyaloliths pl
сиалолит
The dentist discovered a ptyalolith during the examination.
Стоматолог обнаружил сиалолит во время осмотра.
Definitions
ptyalolith
NounUK
/ˌtaɪ.əˈlɪθ/
US
/ˌtaɪ.əˈlɪθ/
A calculus or stone formed in a salivary gland or duct.
The patient was diagnosed with a ptyalolith, which was causing a blockage in the salivary duct.
ptyalolith
AdjectiveUK
/ˌtaɪ.əˈlɪθ/
US
/ˌtaɪ.əˈlɪθ/
Relating to, caused by, or involving a ptyalolith.
Ptyalolith obstruction can lead to swelling of the affected salivary gland.