oxalosis

oxalosis /ox·a·lo·sis/ (ok?sah-lo´sis) generalized deposition of calcium oxalate in renal and extrarenal tissues, as may occur in primary hyperoxaluria.

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ox·a·lo·sis (ks-lss)

n.

The widespread deposition of calcium oxalate crystals in the kidneys, bones, arterial media, and myocardium, with increased urinary excretion of oxalate.

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oxalosis

generalized deposition of calcium oxalate, in renal and extrarenal tissues, as may occur in primary hyperoxaluria.

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pulmonary oxalosis

results from infection with Aspergillus niger; the fungus produces oxalic acid which causes tissue necrosis in adjacent tissues.