Learn About Calciphylaxis

What is the definition of Calciphylaxis?
Calciphylaxis is a disease in which blood vessels (veins and arteries) become blocked by a build-up of calcium in the walls of the vessels, preventing blood from flowing to the skin or internal organs. The lack of blood flow (ischemia) damages healthy tissue and may causes the tissue to die (necrosis). The most obvious and frequent symptom of Calciphylaxis is damage to the skin, as ulcers can develop and become infected easily. Calciphylaxis can also affect fat tissue, internal organs, and skeletal muscle, causing infections, pain, and organ failure. The exact cause of Calciphylaxis is unknown.
What are the alternative names for Calciphylaxis?
  • Calciphylaxis
  • Idiopathic calciphylaxis
Who are the top Calciphylaxis Local Doctors?
Elite in Calciphylaxis
Elite in Calciphylaxis
9200 W Wisconsin Ave, 
Milwaukee, WI 
 (86.6 mi)
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

Abhilash Koratala is a Nephrologist in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Koratala and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Calciphylaxis. His top areas of expertise are Hydronephrosis, Calciphylaxis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Koratala is currently accepting new patients.

Experienced in Calciphylaxis
Internal Medicine
Experienced in Calciphylaxis
Internal Medicine

Ascension Medical Group-Fox Valley Wisconsin Inc

1506 S Oneida St, 
Appleton, WI 
 (1.1 mi)
Languages Spoken:
English

Arun Cherian is an Internal Medicine provider in Appleton, Wisconsin. Dr. Cherian and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Calciphylaxis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Pneumonia, and Endoscopy.

 
 
 
 
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Ann M. Maguire
Experienced in Calciphylaxis
Internal Medicine
Experienced in Calciphylaxis
Internal Medicine

The Medical College Of Wisconsin Inc

Milwaukee, WI 
 (85.9 mi)
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Ann Maguire is an Internal Medicine provider in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Maguire and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Calciphylaxis. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Richter Syndrome, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Maguire is currently accepting new patients.

What are the latest Calciphylaxis Clinical Trials?
Partners Calciphylaxis Biobank and Patient Registry

Summary: Calciphylaxis, a vascular calcification disorder, is a rare and serious disorder characterized by calcification of dermal arterioles. There are significant gaps in the understanding of the pathophysiology and risk factors for calciphylaxis. At present, there is no effective treatment. Uncertain pathobiology, rare incidence and lack of collaborative approach have been some of the major limiting fac...

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Better Evidence and Translation for Calciphylaxis

Summary: This global platform study will evaluate multiple interventions, across several domains of therapeutic care, in adult patients with kidney failure and newly diagnosed calciphylaxis.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center

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