The clinical picture of an underrecognized disease

Amyloidosis demystified. Learn the clinical clues that suggest possible amyloidosis and how to order the correct tests to diagnose this disease. We are joined by Dr. Michelle Kittleson who shows us the ropes of treating fibril accumulation, @MKittlesonMD (Cedars Sinai).

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Show Segments

Introduction
Case Presentation: Mr. Smith
Differential Diagnosis of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
Understanding Amyloidosis
Clinical Clues and Red Flags for Amyloidosis
Physical Examination Findings
Workup for Amyloidosis
Treatment Options
AL Amyloidosis and Hematologist's Role
ATTR Amyloidosis and Cardiologist's Role
Other Therapies for TTR Amyloidosis
Therapy on the Horizon
Cost and Access to Tafamidis
Alternative Therapies and Supplements
Monitoring and Side Effects of Tafamidis
Symptomatic Management and Anticoagulation
Take Home Points

Credits

Written and Produced by; Deborah Gorth, MD, PhD
Infographic and Cover Art: Meryl Gorth, RD, MPH and Deborah Gorth, MD, PhD
Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Reviewer: Sai S. Achi MD MBA
Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Technical Production: PodPaste
Guest: Michelle Kittleson, MD, PhD

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