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Is calcification in kidneys serious?
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Frequently not.: Does not need to indicate any significant finding.
Answered 11/20/2013
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Depends on: Calcifications in kidneys could be because calcified blood vessel walls, or because kidney calculi/stones, or because tumor and associated calcifications. You should see your primary doctor for evaluation and analysis of calcifications.
Answered 4/26/2015
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