Vascular Calcification: The Silent Risk to Your Heart

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Understanding Vascular Calcification Vascular calcification is a pathological process characterized by the deposition of calcium salts in the vascular system, primarily affecting the arteries. Unlike physiological calcification, which occurs in processes such as bone formation, vascular calcification is an indicator of vascular disease, leading to stiffening and narrowing of blood vessels. This condition poses significant … Read more