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Hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis as a mimic of giant cell arteritis: a case report.

Authors :
Stalley, Eliza
Verheyden, Matthew J
Eykman, Elizabeth
Deveza, Leticia
Source :
Rheumatology; Mar2024, Vol. 63 Issue 3, pe107-e109, 3p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article describes a case of an older male patient with genetic history of transthyretin amyloidosis. Topics mentioned include the similarity of the disease with giant cell arteritis, the presence of ill-defined erythematous rash on the face with ecchymosis, the results of the routine blood tests, and the clinical manifestations of the amyloidosis.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14620324
Volume :
63
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Rheumatology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
175800549
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/rheumatology/kead530