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Tracheobronchial amyloidosis following COVID ‐19 infection

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Deposition of amyloid proteins in extracellular space can occur due to uncontrolled inflammatory processes. Tracheobronchial amyloidosis (TBA) is a rare form of such disease. A 68-year-old woman was evaluated for chronic cough following a COVID-19 infection. Although post-viral sequelae were suspected, further investigation revealed TBA. This condition involves amyloid deposits within the airways. The temporal association with COVID-19 raises a potential etiological link, suggesting viral-induced inflammatory or immune-mediated processes may play a role. This case underlines the need to consider rare etiologies like TBA in patients with unresolved respiratory symptoms post-COVID-19.

Source: Respirology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/rcr2.70073

Authors: Chathurangi Angammana, Sameera Gamlath, Ravini Karunathilake, Shehan Silva

Institutions: University of Colombo, National Hospital of Sri Lanka, University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Language: English

Topic: Amyloidosis: Diagnosis, Treatment, Outcomes

Subfield: Molecular Biology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,130