Understanding the Impact of Calcium Deposits on Heart Health
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Summary
The article discusses the author's experience with a coronary artery calcium scan and explains how calcium deposits in the heart's arteries indicate the buildup of plaque and the risk of heart disease and heart attacks. It also mentions the significant decrease in deaths from heart attacks due to various factors like smoking reduction and advanced cardiac care.
Key quotes
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Unlike in your bones, having calcium in your coronary arteries is a bad thing, because it indicates the buildup of plaque comprised of cholesterol, fat, and other lovely things.
The higher the calcium score, the more plaque that has built up — and with it, the higher the risk of heart disease and even heart attacks.
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