What is arterial calcification

Arterial calcification leads to decreased elasticity, brittleness, and hardening of the arteries. Patients should actively seek treatment to prevent adverse effects on their health.

Arteries are blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart. Originating in the heart, they continuously branch into smaller arteries and ultimately terminate within body tissues, delivering oxygenated blood from the heart to all parts of the body. Due to high internal pressure, blood flows rapidly through arteries. Arterial calcification generally refers to the deposition of calcium within atherosclerotic plaques on the arterial walls, causing reduced arterial elasticity, increased stiffness, and fragility, which may impair blood supply throughout the body. This condition is commonly associated with unhealthy lifestyle and dietary habits, such as smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, or long-term excessive intake of high-calorie, high-fat, high-salt, and high-sugar foods. Patients should visit a hospital for further evaluation to determine the severity of the condition and receive appropriate treatment.

Patients should develop healthy lifestyle habits, avoid smoking and drinking alcohol, maintain a light diet, and consume moderate amounts of fresh fruits and vegetables, such as apples and celery, paying close attention to overall dietary health.