Noun. lithoscope (plural lithoscopes) (historical) An instrument for measuring the refractive indices of crystal materials.

What does lithotripsy mean in English?

: the breaking (as by shock waves or crushing with a surgical instrument) of a calculus in the urinary system into pieces small enough to be voided or washed out.

What is the root word for lithotripsy?

Lithotripsy is a non-invasive procedure involving the physical destruction of hardened masses like kidney stones, bezoars or gallstones. The term is derived from the Greek words meaning "breaking (or pulverizing) stones" (litho- + τρίψω [tripso]).