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The neuropathy in hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis: A narrative review.
Journal of the peripheral nervous system : JPNS - 1 Jun 2021
Tozza Stefano, Severi Daniele, Spina Emanuele, Iovino Aniello, Aruta Francesco, Ruggiero Lucia, Dubbioso Raffaele, Iodice Rosa, Nolano Maria, Manganelli Fiore
Abstract excerpt
Hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTRv) is a condition with adult onset, caused by mutation of the transthyretin (TTR) gene and characterized by extracellular deposition of amyloid fibrils in tissue, especially in the peripheral nervous system (PNS) and heart. PNS involvement leads to a rapidly progressive and disabling sensory-motor axonal neuropathy. Although awareness among neurologists increased in...
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