
What is Amyloidosis
Amyloidosis is a condition characterized by the deposition of abnormal proteins in various organs of the body including the heart. There are a few known causes, but there are predominantly two types:
- AL (Light Chain) Amyloidosis is caused by a disorder of bone marrow cells (plasma cells) that is associated with multiple myeloma.
- Transthryretin Amyloidosis (ATTR) is related to an overproduction of the TTR (Transports Thyroxine and Retinol) protein produced by the liver. ATTR can be a hereditary condition, and family members often need to be screened to ensure they do not share the responsible gene.
These types of Amyloidosis have different treatments and our Cardio-Oncology providers are trained in making the diagnosis and helping to determine the appropriate treatment regimen.
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Washington University and Barnes-Jewish Heart & Vascular Center
Center for Advanced Medicine
Washington University Medical Center
4921 Parkview Place Suite 8A
St. Louis, MO 63110
Phone: 314-362-1291
Heart & Vascular Center in South County
5201 Midamerica Plaza, Suite 2300
St. Louis, MO 63129
Phone: 314-362-1291
Heart & Vascular Center in West County
1020 North Mason, Suite 100
St. Louis, MO 63141
Phone: 314-362-1291
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