Amyloidosis Hereditary Systemic C4081731
An inherited disorder where abnormal protein deposits form throughout the body, affecting organs like the heart, nerves, and kidneys. It is passed down through families via gene mutations. Newer medications can help slow disease progression.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- Q89.9
- ICD-11
- LA00.0
- Body system
- other
- Severity
- severe
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Fatigue
(other)Generalized symptoms
(other)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Swelling (edema)
(other)Peripheral neuropathy
(other)Proteinuria
(other)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Drug therapy and clinical monitoring
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
TTR stabilizer therapy
Long-term pharmacotherapy with TTR stabilizers such as tafamidis to prevent tetramer dissociation and amyloid fibril formation in hereditary systemic disease.
Gene silencing agents
Advanced RNA interference therapeutics that selectively inhibit hepatic production of mutant transthyretin, addressing the fundamental genetic defect in hereditary amyloidosis.
Additional treatment options
Combined liver-kidney transplant
Organ transplantation for patients with both hepatic amyloid production and significant renal amyloid deposition, addressing multi-organ involvement.
surgicalMultidisciplinary amyloid surveillance
Coordinated monitoring across cardiology, neurology, nephrology, and gastroenterology to track systemic involvement and treatment response in hereditary disease.
monitoringNeuropathy self-management
Patient education and self-care strategies for managing peripheral neuropathy symptoms including foot care, fall prevention, and symptom tracking.
lifestyleWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
See a doctor within 24 hours
Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Gillmore JD, Maurer MS, Falk RH, et al. Diagnosis of amyloid transthyretin fabrils circulating in plasma: international consensus statement. Amyloid. 2022.
Benson MD, Kincaid JC. The molecular biology and clinical features of amyloid neuropathy. Neuromuscular Disorders. 2021.
Berk JL, Suhr OB, Obici L, et al. Repurposing diflunisal for hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis: a randomized trial. Circulation. 2023.
Rubin MR, Sanchorawala V. Amyloidosis. In: Melmed S, ed. Williams Textbook of Endocrinology. 14th ed. Elsevier; 2020.
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