calciphylaxis
- related: Nephrology, hypocalcemia and electrolytes
- tags: #nephrology
- Avoid Ca supplement in high phos
When to consider
- Ca meq/ml X phosphate mmol/ml
- when Ca x P > 80 at risk
- if >200 then calciphylaxis
Treatment
- Use sodium thiosulfate
- SE: can cause metabolic acidosis: CO2 between 15-18
- Can also use vitamin K