Definition
calcinoses
noun
- Plural of calcinosis; abnormal deposits of calcium salts in body tissues, often causing hardening or inflammation.
Usage: medical term; typically used in clinical or pathological contexts
Examples
- The patient developed calcinoses in the soft tissues following the injury.
- Calcinoses can occur as a complication of certain autoimmune diseases.
- The radiologist identified multiple calcinoses in the affected areas.
- Treatment options for calcinoses depend on the underlying cause and severity.