Question 1

are pelvic calcifications similar to phleboliths?

Accepted Answer

They can be: The most common causes of calcification in the pelvis include phleboliths, arterial calcification from vascular disease, and infarcted fibroids in the uterus (very common in postmenopausal women).

Question 2

please explain what it means to have your pelvis with calcification which is consistent with phleboliths?

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Not a problem: Bits of calcium form in the walls of the pelvic veins. It's of no concern.

Question 3

please tell me what does "calcified phleboliths are present in the lower pelvis bilaterally" mean?

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Small calcified vein: These can be seen on a cat scan (sometimes a plain x-ray). They are small veins, sometimes that get benign clots that become calcified. Not much of a worry.

Question 4

multiple calcified densities at pelvis could represent phleboliths versus distal uretral lithiasis?

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Symptoms?: I guess you are reading the report of an abdominal x ray. Phleboliths are benign and are no cause for concern. They are not easily confused with ureteral stones especially when multiple. Stones would cause fever, pain, blood in urine.

Question 5

would calcified phlebolith in lower right pelvis be the cause of ongoing lower back pain that has no other explained reason after a year if searching for answers?

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No: No, those are generally not felt to cause symptoms at all.  So if you are having pain, it is likely something else.  Have you had an MRI?  Consider a second opinion by a specialist if you are not getting the answers you need.

Question 6

ct - "adxenal mass" "calcifications in the pelvis may indicate vascular phleboliths". what test can confirm this? is an adxenal mass the same as cyst?

Accepted Answer

Yes,: an ovarian cyst is in the category of adnexal masses, but so are other ovarian and paraovarian masses .  Generally the next step in the evaluation would be pelvic ultrasound to characterize it as a cyst or not.  Phleboliths are common incidental findings and usually of no clinical concern.

Question 7

have calcified vein in pelvis.radiologist report says unidentified ideology.( also have kidney stones) isn't that a phlebolith? why then have a ct ?

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Not sure.: Sometimes a phlebolith can't be differentiated from a distal ureter stone on xray, and a CT is done to make the distinction.  Perhaps the calcified vein is a larger vein than the small veins associated with phleboliths, and further evaluation is needed.  But I can't be sure based on limited info.  Try discussing the need for a ct with your doc.

Question 8

xray result saying that i have a 2mm calcification  (soft tissue swelling) overlying the dorsum of my left foot possibly represent phlebolith. meaning?

Accepted Answer

Phlebolith: is a tiny bruise or bleeding spot that has healed and over time became hard as a rock ("litho"). It is mineralized and most often contains traces of calcium, magnesium and other minerals.  These phleboliths most often will not change or go away, and remains as a small nuisance.  If it causes problems, then see a foot surgeon.   Thanks for trusting in HealthTap.

Question 9

i have pelvic phleboliths. what does that mean?

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Not much: pelvic phleboliths are calcifications seen on xray. they are not really associated with a disease or serious medical condition.

Question 10

are pelvic phleboliths on x ray a cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

: Pelvic phleboliths are deposits of calcium that can occur in the veins. The phleboliths themselves are not a cause for concern and rarely cause any pain or problems. These may hint at an increased risk of cardiovascular disease as calcific plaques in the arteries can lead to heart attack and stroke. I would recommend seeing your doctor for a cardiac risk assessment and treatment if needed.

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Please tell me what does "calcified phleboliths are present in the lower pelvis bilaterally" mean?

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Multiple calcified densities at pelvis could represent phleboliths versus distal uretral lithiasis?

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Would calcified phlebolith in lower right pelvis be the cause of ongoing lower back pain that has no other explained reason after a year if searching for answers?

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Ct - "adxenal mass" "calcifications in the pelvis may indicate vascular phleboliths". what test can confirm this? is an adxenal mass the same as cyst?

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Have calcified vein in pelvis.radiologist report says unidentified ideology.( also have kidney stones) isn't that a phlebolith? why then have a ct ?

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Xray result saying that i have a 2mm calcification (soft tissue swelling) overlying the dorsum of my left foot possibly represent phlebolith. meaning?

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I have pelvic phleboliths. what does that mean?

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Are pelvic phleboliths on x ray a cause for concern?

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