Warfarin-induced calciphylaxis-related skin ulceration in patients with end-stage renal disease: case report and literature review
Valerio Vallini,
Roberto Andreini,
Gabriella Sibilia
et al.
Abstract:Calciphylaxis is a rare but highly disabling disease, occurring both in chronic kidney disease (CKD) with renal replacement therapy (RRT) and in normal renal function. Given the frequent coexistence of atrial fibrillation (AF) and CKD, anticoagulation is often required. Warfarin, as a promoter of vascular calcification, is frequently reported as a triggering factor of calciphylaxis. Here, we present the case of a 71-year old male patient with a history of AF and a previous ischaemic stroke, on RRT for three ye… Show more
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