It is now more commonly used to describe diffuse, fine, renal parenchymal calcification in radiology. It is caused by multiple different conditions and is determined by progressive kidney dysfunction. These outlines eventually come together to form a dense mass.
In radiological imaging, it is now frequently used to depict diffuse, fine calcifications within the renal tissue. This condition arises from multiple underlying issues and is indicative of progressive kidney dysfunction. Over time, these calcifications coalesce into a dense mass.