Calciphylaxis - A case study in a patient with Maori heritage

This case history describes a rare complaint Calciphylaxis, seen in a New Zealand Maori patient undergoing renal dialysis. This condition causes non-healing tissue ulceration, typically with sepsis and is associated with a very high mortality rate. The need for vigilance among health professionals is highlighted, including the risk factors that may faciliate an early diagnosis; together with the value associated with a multi-disciplinary team approach to management. (C) 2016 Tissue Viability Society. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.