Is cacium in the aortic valve the same as placque?

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Hello Anon

Thank you for writing!

Plaque deposits in the artery walls contain calcium as well as cholesterol and fats. So plaque is not calcium on it's own, in that sense. I hope this helps.
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Susan

December 12, 2018 - 4:14pm

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