AI is rapidly advancing the knowledge of protein misfolding, unlocking answers for amyloidosis which should lead to earlier diagnosis, improved treatment, and better patient survival.
Last year, we set our 2020 goal at 60 presentations, not knowing what was ahead. We gave 22 presentations in the Spring, and 33 presentations this Fall. So while we didn’t quite reach our goal, we are super proud that we did achieve 92% of our goal! Read more about our busy year!
Often called “Popeye Deformity,” bicep bunching is visible when the patient flexes their arm, giving the appearance of popeye-like arms. While the result of a torn tendon, be aware it can be a leading indicator of more serious issues.
Macroglossia is the abnormal enlargement of the tongue in proportion to other structures in the mouth. It can be found in cases of both AL and ATTR amyloidosis. Read more about symptoms and treatment.
Tenosynovial tissue biopsy at the time of carpal tunnel surgery can be a useful tool for detecting cardiac amyloidosis at an earlier stage, suggests a recent Cleveland Clinic study.
