Transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTR) is a rare, progressive and highly aggressive degenerative disease. It is caused by the misfolding of a specific protein, leading to its toxic accumulation in the form of filamentous deposits in various organs. Researchers at the University of Geneva (UNIGE), in collaboration with the Università della Svizzera Italiana (USI), have succeeded for … Read more
Aortic valve narrowing (aortic stenosis) with concomitant cardiac amyloidosis is a severe heart disease of old age that is associated with a high risk of death. Until now, treatment has consisted of valve replacement, while the deposits in the heart muscle, known as amyloidosis, often remain untreated. An international research consortium led by MedUni Vienna … Read more
Featured photo: Rosaline Callaghan and James Green of ATTR Amyloidosis All Ireland Support Group at the 2022 amyloidosis conference. Photo: Clive Wasson. A major conference on Amyloidosis will bring a global audience to Derry next month to delve into the rare condition. The event, taking place from 13-15th of June, received significant interest from healthcare … Read more
Hope is on the horizon for those battling transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATR-CM). The recent FDA approval of vutrisiran provides a groundbreaking new treatment option, offering a targeted approach to improve cardiovascular outcomes for individuals living with this challenging condition.Learn how this innovative RNA interference therapy works to combat ATR-CM and why it represents a meaningful … Read more
oliviero Toscani’s Battle with Amyloidosis: A Rare Disease That Took His Life He knew his illness was serious. He knew he didn’t have much time. Oliviero toscani, the renowned photographer who passed away on January 13 at the age of 82, had been battling amyloidosis. In a candid interview with Corriere della Sera, he revealed … Read more
Archyde Oliviero Toscani Hospitalized: A Look at His Health Battle Table of Contents 1. Oliviero Toscani Hospitalized: A Look at His Health Battle 2. The Struggle with Amyloidosis 3. Who is Oliviero Toscani? 4. The Impact of His Illness 5. Looking Ahead 6. Understanding Amyloidosis: A Rare Disease with Serious Implications 7. what is amyloidosis? … Read more