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Systemic AL Amyloidosis: Current Approach and Future Direction

May 5, 2023
Researcher guests from various institutions discuss the current approach and future directions for systemic AL amyloidosis, a fatal disorder characterized by amyloid deposition. Topics include treatment updates, clinical trials, organ involvement, diagnosis, and the importance of early intervention.
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Quick takeaways

  • Systemic AL amyloidosis is a fatal disorder affecting organs due to amyloidogenic light chain fragments deposition.
  • Autologous hematopoietic cell transplantation is an effective treatment often following initial bortezomib therapy.

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Systemic AL Amyloidosis: Disease Characteristics and Diagnosis

Systemic AL amyloidosis is a fatal disorder characterized by the deposition of amyloidogenic monoclonal light chain fragments in organs, leading to organ dysfunction. The disease commonly affects the renal and cardiovascular systems, with other organs like the gut and liver also being involved. Diagnosis involves tissue biopsy, Congo red staining, mass spectrometry, and staging of organ involvement, guiding treatment decisions based on disease stage, frailty, and comorbidities.

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