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Continuing Education Series

Learning objectives

After reading the article, the reader will be able to:

1. Describe the pathophysiology and etiology of calciphylaxis.

2. Recognize patients at risk for calciphylaxis.

3. Discuss the utilization of sodium thiosulfate, bisphosphonates and cinacalcet (Sensipar®) for the treatment of calciphylaxis including evidence for efficacy and toxicity.