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Is Aortic Calcification a Normal Part of Aging?

While vascular calcification has long been considered a passive consequence of aging, modern science recognizes it as an active, regulated pathological process. Calcification of the aorta is a common finding in the elderly, with prevalence increasing significantly with age, but it is not an inevitable or benign occurrence. Instead, the presence of aortic calcification should be viewed as a marker of increased cardiovascular risk.

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Is aortic calcification normal with age?

Research indicates that the prevalence and extent of aortic calcification increase significantly with advancing age, appearing in nearly 100% of individuals over 75. This raises a critical question: **is aortic calcification normal with age**? While it is a common finding, the medical community does not consider it a harmless or inevitable sign of normal aging.

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