Calcific uremic arteriopathy or calciphylaxis is a rare condition. The condition is fatal, with high mortality. A multidisciplinary approach is essential and useful in such patients. Review the therapeutic options for calcific uremic arteriopathy. And to provide a smooth and applicable reference for a multidisciplinary team treating patients with calcific uremic arteriopathy. We searched PubMed, Medline, the Cochrane Library, and Embase for calcific uremic arteriopathy and calciphylaxis. Calcific uremic arteriopathy is a life-threatening condition. There is no consensus on a unified management protocol. In such a situation, we have to apply our basic sciences knowledge and treat patients accordingly to provide a clear plan and enroll such patients in studies to end up with clear guidelines.
Key words: Calciphylaxis, Calcific uremic arteriopathy, Secondary hyperparathyroidism
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