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#427 Kittleson Rules Cardiac Amyloidosis

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

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Diagnostic Challenges in Identifying Amyloidosis

The chapter explores the diagnostic difficulties encountered in identifying amyloidosis, focusing on cases with elevated troponin and abnormal findings like thick walls and carpal tunnel syndrome. It emphasizes the significance of considering clinical factors and accurate medical reporting to avoid overlooking potential differential diagnoses. The discussion delves into distinguishing between AL and TTR amyloidosis through specific tests and warns against misinterpreting results to ensure accurate diagnosis.

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