Hyperphosphatemia

WHAT IS IT?

Hyperphosphatemia refers to high levels of phosphate in the serum (> 4.5 mg/dL).

High levels of serum phosphate may require medical correction (source)
WHAT CAUSES IT?

Possible causes of this condition can fall into several categories (outlined below):

  • Decreased excretion: renal disease
  • Increased release from cells: trauma + tissue catabolism
  • Increased Intake: 
WHAT IS THE INTIAL PRESENTATION FOR THIS CONDITION?
Patient Complaints (Chief Complaints):
  • Often asymptomatic 

Detection On Medical Studies:

 

CLINICAL WORKUP: SERUM STUDIES

 

WHAT IS OUR THRESHOLD FOR DIAGNOSIS?

 

HOW DO WE MANAGE A PATIENT WITH THIS DIAGNOSIS?

The treatment of hyperphosphatemia is elaborated upon more below:

ARCHIVE OF STANDARDIZED EXAM QUESTIONS 

This archive compiles standardized exam questions that relate to this topic.

 

Page Updated: 01.29.2017