Hyperphosphotaemia
Overview of Hyperphosphotaemia
Hyperphosphataemia is a condition of raised phosphate level in the blood. It is commonly seen in patients with chronic kidney disease as well as in other conditions. The condition is rarer than hypophastaemia but easily manageable.
Signs and Symptoms of Hyperphosphotaemia
Usually no symptom, Joint pain, Renal/back pain, Itchiness, High blood pressure, Symptoms of hyperparathyroidism
Common Causes of Hyperphosphotaemia
Acute kidney injury, Chronic Kidney Disease, Hyperparathyroidism, Tumour lysis syndrome, Rhabdomyolysis, Familial tumour calcinosis, Acromegaly, Vitamin D toxicity
Risk Factors of Hyperphosphotaemia
Acute kidney injury, Chronic Kidney Disease, Hyperparathyroidism, Tumour lysis syndrome, Rhabdomyolysis, Familial tumour calcinosis, Acromegaly, Vitamin D toxicity
Investigation Techniques for Hyperphosphotaemia
Serum urea and electrolytes and phosphate level, eGFR level, Serum parathyroid hormone level, Urinary dip test
Treatment and Prevention of Hyperphosphotaemia
No treatment in healthy adults except to drink plenty of water, Use of phosphate binder such as sevelamer, Supplementary with calcium carbonate, Dialysis in severe and symptomatic patient
Available Hyperphosphotaemia Medicines
No medicines currently available for this condition.
