Treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism in renal insufficiency: role of calcitriol, sevelamer and cinacalcet

Bonny, O.; Burnier, M.

Revue Medicale Suisse 4(147): 589-592; 594-595

2008


ISSN/ISBN: 1660-9379
PMID: 18402017
Document Number: 616437
Along with the decrease in kidney function arises a secondary hyperparathyroidism, which constitutes one of the most important risk factor for mortality in patients suffering from renal insufficiency. Treating secondary hyperparathyroidism is challenging, as most of the parameters of mineral metabolism are interconnected. We review here the pathophysiology and treatment options of this entity.

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