Hepatolithiasis is the presence of gallstones in the biliary ducts of the liver. Treatment is usually surgical. It is rare in Western countries, but prevalent in East Asia. The gallstones are normally found proximal to the left and right hepatic ducts. The causes of the disease are poorly understood, but it is suspected that genetics, diets and en...
Presence of calculi in the liver. ... Origin: hepato-+ G. Lithiasis, presence of a calculus ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
(hep″ә-to-lĭ-thi´ә-sis) the formation or presence of calculi in the liver.
Type: Term Pronunciation: hep′ă-tō-li-thī′ă-sis Definitions: 1. Presence of calculi in the liver.
hepatolithiasis Presence of calculi in the liver.