Treatment of Severe Metastatic Calcification and Calciphylaxis in Dialysis Patients

Metastatic calcification is a frequent complication encountered in patients undergoing maintenance dialysis and has a complex pathogenesis. It is often difficult to treat and is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Early recognition and prompt initiation of treatment is vital. Local wound c...

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Main Authors: Saurabh K. Goel, Keith Bellovich, Peter A. McCullough
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2011-01-01
Series:International Journal of Nephrology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.4061/2011/701603