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How is a diagnosis of amyloidosis confirmed?
How is a diagnosis of amyloidosis confirmed?
- By the presence of organ enlargement
- By problems found with multiple peripheral nerves
- By tissue biopsy (correct)
- By finding protein in the urine
What are some specific indicators of AL amyloidosis?
What are some specific indicators of AL amyloidosis?
- Enlargement of the tongue and periorbital purpura (correct)
- Lumbar spinal stenosis and biceps tendon rupture
- Bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome and autonomic dysfunction
- Peripheral edema and weight loss
What are the non-cardiac symptoms associated with wild-type ATTR amyloidosis?
What are the non-cardiac symptoms associated with wild-type ATTR amyloidosis?
- Enlargement of the tongue and periorbital purpura
- Bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome, lumbar spinal stenosis, and small fiber neuropathy (correct)
- Biceps tendon rupture and autonomic dysfunction
- Peripheral edema, weight loss, and shortness of breath
How many different types of amyloidosis are there due to specific protein misfolding?
How many different types of amyloidosis are there due to specific protein misfolding?
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What are the most common types of systemic amyloidosis?
What are the most common types of systemic amyloidosis?
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