Tag: amyloidosis

  • Transthyretin Familial Amyloid Polyneuropathy

    Transthyretin Familial Amyloid Polyneuropathy: Definition and Description of Transthyretin Familial Amyloid Polyneuropathy: Transthyretin Familial Amyloid Polyneuropathy (ATTR-FAP) is a rare hereditary disorder caused by the accumulation of amyloid proteins in various tissues and organs, particularly affecting peripheral nerves. ATTR-FAP is related to the misfolding of transthyretin (TTR), a protein produced by the liver that is…

  • Primary Cutaneous Amyloidosis

    Primary Cutaneous Amyloidosis: Definition and Description of Primary Cutaneous Amyloidosis: Primary Cutaneous Amyloidosis is a rare skin disorder characterized by the deposition of amyloid proteins in the skin. Amyloidosis refers to a group of diseases in which abnormal proteins called amyloid build up in organs and tissues. In primary cutaneous amyloidosis, this accumulation is localized…

  • Ohio Type Amyloidosis (Type VII)

    Ohio Type Amyloidosis (Type VII): Definition and Description of Ohio Type Amyloidosis (Type VII): Ohio Type Amyloidosis, also referred to as Type VII, is a rare form of amyloidosis characterized by the deposition of amyloid protein in various tissues and organs within the body, leading to impairment of normal function. It is part of a…

  • Indiana Type Amyloidosis (Type II)

    Indiana Type Amyloidosis (Type II) Definition and Description of Indiana Type Amyloidosis (Type II) Indiana Type Amyloidosis (Type II) is a rare form of amyloidosis characterized by the deposition of amyloid proteins in various tissues and organs, primarily associated with chronic inflammatory conditions. These amyloid proteins, which are misfolded proteins, can accumulate in organs such…

  • Icelandic Type Amyloidosis (Type VI)

    Icelandic Type Amyloidosis (Type VI) Definition and Description of Icelandic Type Amyloidosis (Type VI) Icelandic Type Amyloidosis, also known as Type VI amyloidosis, is a rare form of systemic amyloidosis characterized by the deposition of amyloid fibrils primarily composed of mutated transthyretin (TTR) protein. This condition primarily affects individuals of Icelandic descent, due to a…

  • Appalachian Type Amyloidosis

    Appalachian Type Amyloidosis Definition and Description of Appalachian Type Amyloidosis Appalachian Type Amyloidosis is a rare form of amyloidosis characterized by the deposition of abnormal proteins, known as amyloid fibrils, in tissues and organs. This condition is particularly prevalent in certain regions of the Appalachian Mountains, hence its name. Amyloidosis can severely affect various organ…