Amyloidosis: Deposition Sites and Manifestations


Both AL and AA amyloidosis may also cause disease in other organ systems. Myocardial deposition is common, resulting in signs and symptoms of restrictive cardiomyopathy. Hepatic deposition leads to hepatomegaly and abnormal liver function tests. Peripheral nervous deposition can cause sensory, motor, and autonomic abnormalities. Soft tissue deposition may manifest as macroglossia and carpal tunnel syndrome.


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Jul 4, 2016 | Posted by in UROLOGY | Comments Off on Amyloidosis: Deposition Sites and Manifestations

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