In this article, we will discuss various Causes of Acute Hypocalcemia. So, let’s get started.
Causes
- Sepsis
- Burns
- Acute pancreatitis
- Acute renal failure
- Alkalosis
- Drugs, e.g. diuretics, protamine, heparin, and glucagon.
- Toxic-shock syndrome
- Hypomagnesemia
- Extensive transfusion
- Plasmapheresis
- Malignancy
- Alcohol abuse (excessive consumption)
- Old age
- Parathyroid surgery