concretion

Introduction

Deposition of concrete-like material in the body, generally within GI tract.

Etiology

substances which cause concretions

• barbiturates
• iron
• extended release theophylline
• salicylates
• sedative-hypnotics
• meprobate
• glutethimide
• barium sulfate

More general terms

• abnormal morphologic structure (malformation)

More specific terms

• calcification