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
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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