Phlebolith
Phlebolith
Phlebolith (/flɛbəlɪθ/; from the Greek words phlebos, meaning "vein", and lithos, meaning "stone") is a small local, usually rounded, calcification within a vein. These are very common in the veins of the lower part of the pelvis, and they are generally of no clinical importance. When located in the pelvis they are sometimes difficult to differentiate from kidney stones in the ureters on X-ray.
Causes
Phleboliths are caused by the slow flow of blood in the veins, which allows for the deposition of calcium and other minerals. They are often associated with varicose veins and hemangiomas.
Symptoms
Phleboliths themselves do not typically cause symptoms. However, they can be associated with various conditions that do cause symptoms, such as pelvic congestion syndrome and hemorrhoids.
Diagnosis
Phleboliths are usually discovered incidentally during radiographic imaging, such as an X-ray or CT scan. They appear as small, rounded calcifications and are often located in the pelvis.
Treatment
No treatment is necessary for phleboliths unless they are causing symptoms or are associated with an underlying condition that requires treatment.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Phlebolith
- Wikipedia's article - Phlebolith
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