The use of hemodialysis in refractory hypercalcemia secondary to parathyroid carcinoma.

Published in: Case reports in critical care (2014)

Parathyroid carcinoma is a rare cause of hypercalcemia. Hypercalcemic crisis is a medical emergency. Hemodialysis is rarely needed to treat hypercalcaemia. We report a case of refractory hypercalcaemia secondary to parathyroid carcinoma requiring haemodialysis.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
peritoneal dialysis
public health
chronic kidney disease
healthcare
emergency department