Contemporary Review of Cardiac Amyloidosis
Journal Title: Saudi Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences - Year 2016, Vol 2, Issue 5
Abstract
Abstract: Cardiac amyloidosis is underdiagnosed. Prevalence is increasing with age. Diagnosis can be elusive and challenging. High index of suspicion is required for recognition and prompt diagnosis. Cardiac amyloid diagnosis carries important therapeutic and prognostic implication. We outline the prevalence, types, clinical presentation, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of cardiac amyloidosis. Keywords: Cardiac amyloidosis,Prevalence,treatment
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Mohammed Ahmed Zahrani
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