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Dr. Sarah Cuddy, cardiologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, explored the basics of amyloidosis. She presented an introduction to amyloidosis, the different types, and the available treatments.

The webinar concluded with a Q&A session.

Original Presentation Date:
February 19, 2025

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0:00 — Welcome

3:56 — Introduction

4:56 — What is Amyloidosis?

8:00 — What is Transthyretin Amyloidosis (ATTR)?

11:35 — What is Light Chain Amyloidosis (AL)?

15:33 — Which proteins can cause systemic amyloidosis?

20:14 — How can amyloid affect the heart?

25:45 — How can amyloid affect other organs?

37:55 — How is amyloidosis diagnosed?

43:53 — Treatment Overview

44:41 — Light Chain Amyloidosis (AL) Treatment

46:06 — Transthyretin Amyloidosis (ATTR) Treatment

47:41 — Supportive Therapies

52:15 — Q&A Session

52:23 — How do I know my treatments are working as a patient?

54:26 — Can itchy skin or feeling more cold be symptoms of amyloidosis?

56:25 — What are suggestions for patients who don’t have access to specialized amyloidosis centers?

57:36 — Can someone have more than one type of amyloidosis?

58:17 — How is bloating involved with amyloidosis?

59:23 — Can atrial fibrillation (AFib) caused by cardiac amyloidosis be resolved through ablation?

1:00:32 — Can exercise reduce NT-proBNP readings?

1:01:41 — Conclusion

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