Phleboliths also known as vein stones can be defined as tiny blood clots present in the veins that calcify and harden over time. These clots are oval in shape and smaller than five millimeters in diameter. Phleboliths are prevalent in the lower part of the pelvis. Phleboliths usually do not cause any symptoms or health issues.
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What do the stone-like structures in my abdominal CT suggest?
Query: Hello doctor,I had an abdominal CT done for pain in my lower abdomen, groin, and testicle that resulted after a sudden twisting movement. The report did not really address a cause for any of the pain, though when I was looking at the images, I noticed what appeared to be two stones of some sort on m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I understand your concern. You might be referring to the two tiny stone-like densities to the right of the midline. Let me reassure you that it is not a stone which we are seeing. It is below th... Read Full »