What is another word for dystrophic calcification?
Pronunciation: [dɪstɹˈɒfɪk kˌalsɪfɪkˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Dystrophic calcification is a term used in medical terminology to describe the accumulation of calcium in injured or damaged tissues. This process is generally associated with chronic inflammation, necrosis, and cell death. The synonyms of dystrophic calcification include heterotopic calcification, metastatic calcification, and ectopic calcification. Each of these terms describes the same phenomenon, but with a slightly different focus. Heterotopic calcification emphasizes the abnormal location of calcium deposits, metastatic calcification describes the spread of calcium to other tissues, and ectopic calcification describes the abnormal placement of calcium in tissues where it is not normally found. Regardless of the term used, dystrophic calcification is a common complication of many chronic diseases and can have serious consequences if left untreated.
