Amyloid Neuropathies

Synonyms

Amyloid Neuropathies, Secondary

Amyloid Neuropathy

Amyloid Neuropathy, Secondary

Amyloid Polyneuropathies

Amyloid Polyneuropathy

Neuropathies, Amyloid

Neuropathies, Secondary Amyloid

Neuropathy, Amyloid

Neuropathy, Secondary Amyloid

Polyneuropathies, Amyloid

Polyneuropathy, Amyloid

Secondary Amyloid Neuropathies

Secondary Amyloid Neuropathy

Disorders of the peripheral nervous system associated with the deposition of AMYLOID in nerve tissue. Familial, primary (nonfamilial), and secondary forms have been described. Some familial subtypes demonstrate an autosomal dominant pattern of inheritance. Clinical manifestations include sensory loss, mild weakness, autonomic dysfunction, and CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1349)