Since 2006, the time to diagnosis, morbidity outcomes, and mortality rates among patients with calciphylaxis have improved. Patients with non-nephrogenic calciphylaxis are being diagnosed faster every year by an average of 13.9 days, while those with nephrogenic calciphylaxis are being diagnosed faster by 4.38 days annually. Factors such as finger involvement contribute to diagnostic delays, with patients experiencing longer delays compared to those without involvement. Advances in therapy have led to a decrease in complications per patient over time. Mortality rates for both types of calciphylaxis are now lower, emphasizing the importance of continued provider education for early diagnosis and improved outcomes.
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Diagnostic delays, morbidity, mortality improving among patients with calciphylaxis
