Choosing the right calcium strategy
Vascular calcification (VC) is defined as mineral deposition in the vasculature in the form of calcium-phosphate complexes. Although VC is regarded as part of the normal ageing process, certain pathological processes such as diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease (CKD) or rare hereditary disorders may also precipitate the condition. Traditionally, calcification is classified into two forms, […]
Dr Symeon Lechareas
St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust