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ALT Graphic featuring an anatomical model of the human heart with the question 'Why is early detection important for cardiac amyloidosis patients?' followed by the answer 'Early detection is important because available therapies halt the progression of amyloidosis, allowing patients to remain stable for years and dramatically improve their health.'

ALT Graphic with the question 'What are the current treatment options for cardiac amyloidosis?' followed by the answer 'AL amyloidosis: medication, chemotherapy and sometimes bone marrow transplants. ATTR amyloidosis: there are two types of federally approved medications. Stabilizers reinforce the TTR proteins and silencers tell the body to stop making TTR proteins.'

ALT Informative graphic featuring a tablet displaying the VCU Health article on amyloidosis treatments. A question, 'Are amyloidosis clinical trials happening at VCU Health Pauley Heart Center?' is highlighted with an arrow pointing to the tablet screen encouraging you to visit www.vcuhealth.org for more information.

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ALT Graphic featuring a female home healthcare provider checking patient's vital signs above the question 'What is cardiac amyloidosis?' and the VCU Health logo.

ALT Graphic featuring an anatomical model of the human heart with the question 'What is amyloidosis?' followed by the answer 'Amyloidosis is a disease caused by the buildup of the amyloid protein. Amyloid deposits stiffen the heart muscle so it can’t pump properly. Over time, this leads to arrhythmias, valve disease and heart failure. '

ALT Graphic with the question 'Who is most at risk for amyloidosis?' followed by the answer 'There are 3 main types — and each one affects a different group: Any Adult: Light chain (AL) amyloidosis doesn't target a specific age group. Seniors (70+): Wild-type ATTR is most frequently diagnosed in older adults. Genetics: 1 in 25 Black Americans carries the hereditary mutation for hereditary ATTR.'

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