Haematology
This blood cancer can produce excess light chains that cause AL amyloidosis.
What is multiple myeloma?
Amyloid deposits damage this specific kidney structure, leading to protein loss.
What is the glomerulus?
Her heart had thickened walls and BNP >35,000. This cardiac pattern is typical of amyloidosis.
What is restrictive cardiomyopathy?
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What is France?
Her platelet count was 123 — slightly low. This type of bleeding disorder is associated with amyloidosis.
What is factor X deficiency?
She had oedema, low albumin, and proteinuria. This triad suggests this syndrome.
What is nephrotic syndrome?
She was originally on this management for her myeloma.
What is watch and wait?
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What is Mexico?
This lab result was extremely elevated at 742.86 and was a key clue to the diagnosis.
What are kappa free light chains?
This test measures kidney function and was reduced at 33 in this patient.
What is eGFR?
This early symptom can occur in amyloidosis due to soft tissue deposition in the wrist.
What is carpal tunnel syndrome?
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What is Kenya?
This treatment is given weekly to reduce inflammation in AL amyloidosis.
What is dexamethasone?
This low lab result (29 g/L) in her blood tests helps explain her oedema and frothy urine.
What is serum albumin?
She had bruising and prolonged clotting times. This protein is commonly lost in AL amyloidosis.
What is coagulation factor X?
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What is Bhutan?