Characterization of Risk Factors for Calciphylaxis in Hemodialysis Patients in the Fraser Health Renal Program - A Matched Case-Control Retrospective Review.

Ashley JangMan Hon Mark HoLuzhi Yan

Published in: Journal of pharmacy practice (2022)

Significant risk factors associated with calciphylaxis were peritoneal dialysis, serum iron, sevelamer, and warfarin. Future studies should further investigate the impact of minimizing exposure to these risk factors to reduce calciphylaxis development.

Keyphrases

case control
peritoneal dialysis
end stage renal disease
risk factors
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public health
atrial fibrillation
mental health
quality improvement
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current status
risk assessment
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