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Combination therapy with nutritional vitamin D and calcimimetics in secondary hyperparathyroidism: a mechanism-based approach to restoring PTH regulation

Source: Frontiers - Health • Published: 07 Jul 2026, 00:00

Combination therapy with nutritional vitamin D and calcimimetics in secondary hyperparathyroidism: a mechanism-based approach to restoring PTH regulation

Examine a mechanistic review proposing combined nutritional and receptor-targeted strategies to improve parathyroid hormone control in CKD-related secondary hyperparathyroidism.

Key Takeaways
  • Secondary hyperparathyroidism in CKD reflects dysregulated dual-axis control of PTH secretion and synthesis
  • Nutritional vitamin D counteracts LIP-mediated VDR suppression
  • Randomized trials have not demonstrated improved survival or cardiovascular outcomes despite biochemical improvements
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