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It means that on the imaging study they can see calcium deposits in the artery wall. It implies atherosclerosis or "hardening of the arteries". To some extent it is a normal part of aging. If it is felt to be abnormal for the person then consideration should be given to reducing the Heart disease risk by controlling the blood pressure, sugar and cholesterol, not smoking, exercising and losing weight.

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