Hypervitaminosis D is a rarely reported condition. In general it is only perceived when hypercalcemia is not resolved. The use of vitamin D has increased in recent years because of its benefits, but as a result, intoxication cases have occurred more frequently. This report describes a patient who presented worsening of renal function and hypercalcemia. After investigation, vitamin D intoxication was confirmed and it was due to an error in compounding.
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4891171 | PMC |
http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/s1679-45082014rc2860 | DOI Listing |
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