It is a rare condition in which amyloid protein builds up in organs. Sometimes it occurs with other diseases. The affected organs, such as kidneys, liver, digestive tract, spleen, and heart, do not work properly. It can cause fatigue, numbness around the hands and feet, and an enlarged tongue.
SAP Scintigraphy for Amyloidosis Diagnosis
SAP scintigraphy uses radiolabeled serum amyloid P component to detect the presence of pathological amyloid deposition in various organs with gamma cameras.
The Role of Amyloidosis in Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease is a neurodegenerative condition characterized by cognitive decline and memory loss.
Amyloid Cranial Polyneuropathy - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Amyloid cranial polyneuropathy is a rare disorder causing nerve damage due to amyloid protein deposits in cranial nerves.
Pathology of Cardiac Amyloidosis
Cardiac amyloidosis is one of the underdiagnosed diseases and typically presents with rapidly progressive diastolic dysfunction in a non-dilated ventricle.
Dialysis-Related Amyloidosis: Understanding and Management
Dialysis-related amyloidosis (DRA) emphasizes the need for proactive management in long-term dialysis to improve patient outcomes.
Auricular Amyloidosis - An Overview
Auricular amyloidosis is a rare localized form of amyloidosis affecting the ear, characterized by the deposition of amyloid proteins in the auricular tissue.
Kidney Transplant in Amyloidosis: A Comprehensive Overview
Patients with end-stage renal failure in amyloidosis can greatly increase their chances of survival and quality of life with a kidney transplant.
Amyloidosis Due to Pathogenic Variants - A Review
Amyloidosis due to pathogenic variants includes a group of disorders mainly caused by genetic mutations resulting in abnormal protein formations.
Nasal Amyloidosis - An Overview
Nasal amyloidosis is a rare but significant condition characterized by the deposition of amyloid proteins in the nasal tissues.
Tumor-Associated With Amyloidosis - Symptoms and Treatment
Tumor-associated amyloidosis is a complex association between amyloid pathology and tumor biology.
