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Is Wild Type ATTR Affect Life Expectancy More So Than Hereditary ATTR-CM?

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Walnut Creek, CA

In research seems like the odds lower with Wild then Heredity

September 15
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Wild-type ATTR amyloidosis generally has a better prognosis compared to hereditary ATTR amyloidosis (hATTR). Here are the key points:

- Wild-type ATTR amyloidosis
- Typically diagnosed in people aged 65 or older.
- Develops slowly over time as amyloid deposits form.
- Prognosis is generally better than for AL Show Full Answer

Wild-type ATTR amyloidosis generally has a better prognosis compared to hereditary ATTR amyloidosis (hATTR). Here are the key points:

- Wild-type ATTR amyloidosis:
- Typically diagnosed in people aged 65 or older.
- Develops slowly over time as amyloid deposits form.
- Prognosis is generally better than for AL amyloidosis or hATTR amyloidosis.

- Hereditary ATTR amyloidosis (hATTR):
- Life expectancy is about 4.7 years after diagnosis for half of the people.
- New treatments are extending life expectancy by stabilizing TTR proteins or stopping their production.

In summary, wild-type ATTR amyloidosis tends to have a better life expectancy compared to hereditary ATTR amyloidosis.

September 15

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