calciphylaxis /cal·ci·phy·lax·is/ (kal″sĭ-fĭ-lak´sis) a condition of induced hypersensitivity characterized by formation of calcified tissue in response to administration of a challenging agent.
cal·ci·phy·lax·is (k l s -f-lk s s,)n. An adaptive response following induced systemic hypersensitivity to a calcifying factor such as vitamin D and an agent such as a metallic salt, usually resulting in localized inflammation and calcification of tissues. |
calciphylaxis
the formation of calcified tissue in response to administration of a challenging agent after induction of a hypersensitive state.
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