What does calcified aortic foci mean?

Aortic calcification refers to the deposition of calcium in the aortic vessel wall. Aortic calcification is actually a form of atherosclerosis, and in general calcification refers to the deposition of calcium into the aortic vessel wall, causing a loss of elasticity and stiffness of the aortic wall. Most aortic calcification is combined with aortic atherosclerosis, which, in addition to stiffness and loss of elasticity of the aortic wall, may also cause plaque formation or luminal narrowing of the aorta. Therefore, after the development of aortic calcification, lipid and blood glucose tests and blood pressure measurement are required to clarify the presence of risk factors for atherosclerosis. However, if there are risk factors for atherosclerosis, it is possible that calcification may cause atherosclerosis at the same time, resulting in luminal narrowing, especially in medium-sized arteries such as the heart and cerebral vessels, affecting the blood supply of the corresponding organs and requiring active treatment.