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ba0006p124 | (1) | ICCBH2017

The treatment of Hyperphosphatemic Familial Tumoral Calcinosis

Khatchadourian Karine , Lawton Lou , Willis Baxter , Ward Leanne

Background: Hyperphosphatemic familial tumoral calcinosis (HFTC) is characterized by hyperphosphatemia and the formation of tumor-like extra-osseous calcifications. Tumors often necessitate surgical management although medical treatment may limit the need for surgical intervention. We present two cases of HFTC successfully managed with combination acetazolamide (ACTZ) and sevelamer carbonate.Case Report #1: A 5-year-old African boy with a loss-of-functio...