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Progression of aortic calcification is associated with disorders of mineral metabolism and mortality in chronic dialysis patients.
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Abstract
Previous studies have shown that simple imaging methods may be useful for detection of vascular calcifications in dialysis patients. Based on annual, plain chest X-rays during follow-up on dialysis, we studied the associations of mineral metabolism with the presence and progression of aortic calcification. In addition, we assessed the impact of aortic calcification on mortality.