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Reduced functional kidney mass leads to phosphate retention and decreased activation of vitamin D, thus resulting in hyperphosphatemia, reduced intestinal calcium absorption, and hypocalcemia. Changes in phosphorous, calcium, and vitamin D, as well as decreased kidney responsiveness, contribute to increased parathyroid hormone (PTH) and fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF-23) secretion.
