Parathyroidectomized patients have impaired capacity of peripheral vascular constriction during hemodialysis

In conclusion, parathyroidectomized patients have impaired capacity of vasoconstriction in response to ultrafiltration, an effect independent of serum PTH levels. Further studies are needed to elucidate mechanisms explaining the interaction between PTx and systemic vascular tonus.

Source: Hemodialysis International - April 1, 2015 Category: Hematology Authors: Bruno C. Silva, Rosa M. A. Moysés, Vitor B. Silva, Geraldo R. R. Freitas, Rosilene M. Elias Tags: Original Article Source Type: research