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Iatrogenic calcinosis cutis from extravasated phosphate-containing solution treated with topical sodium thiosulfate

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: Calcinosis cutis (CC) is a condition characterized by aberrant calcium salt deposition within cutaneous and subcutaneous tissue.1 Iatrogenic CC is caused by extravasation of agents that induce precipitation of calcium salts. We present the case of a patient undergoing chemotherapy, who developed progressive iatrogenic calcification secondary to intravenous phosphate-containing fluid extravasation that was successfully treated with topical sodium thiosulfate (TST) 25% cream that expedited clinical resolution without significant side effects.

Source: JAAD Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.jdcr.2021.09.013

Authors: Catherine B. Xie, Michal Kidacki, Nan Ring, Gauri Panse, Jonathan Scott Leventhal

Institution: Yale University

Language: English

Topic: Dermatological and Skeletal Disorders

Subfield: Genetics

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $600