This book presents an updated account on the latest discoveries in the field of research and treatment of amyloidosis. Amyloidosis is a rare disorder identified by the accumulation of extracellular amyloid proteins in tissues. Important developments have been made lately; not only offering an insight in to the pathophysiology of the disease but also aiding discovery of novel therapies to fight this deadly disease. Efficient and even curative therapies can be implemented if correct diagnosis and typing are made early. However, due to the rarity of the disease and its protean clinical...

This book combines a basic understanding of amyloidosis with a discussion of the advancements in treatment strategies of this disease. Amyloidosis is a gradually progressive condition characterized by the occurrence of extracellular fibrillar proteins in many organs and tissues. It has systemic and locally confined forms, and both these forms have been a point of interest for many experts. There have been a large number of case studies regarding amyloidosis in the last few years. This book intends to help students and even experts in comprehending the topic thoroughly and accomplish their...