Calcification Collection

Tendinitis of the shoulder, X-ray
Tendinitis of the shoulder. Coloured X-ray of the shoulder of a patient showing calcification (grainy patches) around the rotator cuff tendon (upper left)

Kidney stone, 18th century

Four pour la calcination des os (engraving)
2787698 Four pour la calcination des os (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Four pour la calcination des os)

Aortic dissection, 3D CT scan
Aortic dissection. 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of a 67-year-old man with an aortic dissection. The aorta, the bodys main artery, is running vertically down centre (red)

Dried geyser cone in Hammam Maskhoutine, Algeria
A dried geyser cone in Hammam Maskhoutine, a thermal spa and commune in Guelma Province, Algeria. Date: circa 1910

Pamukkale Geothermal Area
Pamukkale has been a spa since the Romans and is today one of the most visited places in Turkey. Its name means Cotton Castle

Osteoclast breaking down bone tissue

Microscopic view of Dentine. Dentine is the main supporting structure of the tooth and is the second hardest tissue in the body after enamel. It is 70% mineral and acellular

Osteoblasts building healthy bone

Conceptual image illustrating the process of bone metastasis

Osteoclasts eroding bone in osteoporosis

Calcium formations of Pamukkale, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Turkey

Tufa formations on Sees Mono Lake in the evening light, Mono Lake, Lee Vining, California, United States

Sulphur fields and chalk fields, rhyolite mountains, Landmannalaugar area, Fjallabak Nature Reserve, Highlands of Iceland, Southern Region, Iceland

Lumps of drying marl or marlstone, Hin Song Kon village, Lopburi, Thailand, Asia

Calcified forest
The Calcified Forest, a rare and unusual formation from ancient sea-beds, situated on King Island, Bass Strait Tasmania

The Calcified forest, in the Seal rocks Nature reserve, King Island, Bass Strait, Tasmania

The Calcified Forest King Island
The very unique Calcified Forest found on the West coast of King Island Tasmania Australia

Geomorphology, limestone sinter terraces, dead trees, Canary Spring, Main Terrace, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA, United States of America, North America

Geomorphology, limestone sinter terraces, dead trees, Canary Spring, Main Terrace, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA, United States of America, North America

Forestiers disease, MRI scan
Forestiers disease. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a section through the cervical spine (neck) of a 42-year-old Asian patient suffering from a stiff neck and neck pain

Atherosclerosis, 3D CT scan
Atherosclerosis. 3D computed tomography (CT) angiogram of the main blood vessels of the lower body a 58-year-old man, showing numerous atheromatous plaques (light, centre) on the vessel walls

Calcified heart valve, CT scan
Calcified heart valve. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of a section through the heart of a 67-year-old patient showing calcification of the aortic valve (round)

Calcified heart valve, CT scans
Calcified heart valve. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scans of a section through the heart of a 67-year-old patient showing calcification of the aortic valve (round)

Calcified tissues, X-ray C017 / 7387
Calcified tissues. X-ray of the chest of a 72 year old female showing calcification (bright white) of cartilage in the oesophagus (gullet, down centre) and the bronchi (airways)

Coloured MRI brain scan of Sturge-Weber syndrome
Sturge-Weber syndrome. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a brain (orange/blue) with Sturge-Weber syndrome

Bone growth, light micrograph
Bone growth. Light micrograph of actively growing cells in the epiphyseal plate (growth plate) between the diaphysis (shaft) and epiphysis (rounded end) of a long bone

Osteoblasts, TEM
Osteoblasts. Coloured transmission electron micrograph of osteoblasts, bone-producing cells (pink). They contain rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER, dark pink lines), which produces

Breast implant calcification, X-ray
Breast implant calcification. Coloured mammogram (breast X-ray) of calcification around the borders of a breast implant (pink) in a womans breast (red) as seen from the side

Arthritis of the back, X-ray
Arthritis of the back, coloured X-ray. Lumbar arthritis caused by chondrocalcinosis, a condition where crystals of calcium pyrophosphate are deposited in soft tissues

Arthritis of the knee, X-ray

Fractured elbow, X-rays
Fractured elbow, coloured X-ray. The elbow is seen straight (left) and bent (right). In the bent view, a small patch of bone is seen above the joint

Calcified shoulder joint, X-ray
Calcified shoulder joint. Coloured X-ray of a calcified shoulder joint. There is a deposit of calcium at the top right of the shoulder joint

Developing bone, light micrograph
Developing bone. Light micrograph of a section through a growing bone. Cartilage cells (blue, top left) are replaced by bone (purple) formed from osteoblast cells

Abdominal aortic aneurysm, 3D CT scan

Human finger, longitudinal section
Human finger. Light micrograph of a longitudinal section through a finger of a human infant. This shows the bones inside the finger (here, the 1st and 2nd phalanges)

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Calcification: From Ancient Engravings to Modern Medical Imaging" Tendinitis of the shoulder? X-ray reveals calcification as a possible cause for your discomfort. Did you know kidney stones have been troubling humans since the 18th century? Calcification plays a major role in their formation. Unveiling mysteries with colored MRI brain scans: Sturge-Weber syndrome showcases abnormal calcifications within the brain. Journey back in time through an engraving titled "Four pour la calcination des os. " Discover how ancient civilizations understood bone calcification. Witness nature's artistry at Hammam Maskhoutine, Algeria, where a dried geyser cone stands as a testament to mineral-rich waters and natural calcification processes. Aortic dissection captured in stunning detail through a 3D CT scan, highlighting potential complications caused by arterial wall calcifications. Pamukkale Geothermal Area mesmerizes with its surreal white terraces formed by calcium-rich hot springs – an exquisite example of geological calcification wonders. Osteoclasts tirelessly break down bone tissue during remodeling, ensuring healthy skeletal maintenance throughout our lives – microscopic view unveils their work. Delving deeper into dental health: behold the intricate beauty of dentine under the microscope, showcasing natural tooth structure and its unique patterns of calcification. Balancing act between osteoclasts and osteoblasts. Witness these remarkable cells collaborating to build healthy bones while maintaining optimal levels of calcium deposition and resorption. Bone metastasis demystified. Conceptual image illustrates how cancer cells exploit normal bone remodeling processes for their own growth – shedding light on this complex form of pathological calcification.