Amyloidosis Cardiomyopathy: Case Report

Authors

  • Carolina Burigo Milanez Universidade do Extremo Sul Catarinense
  • Beatriz Cardoso Voltolini Universidade do Extremo Sul Catarinense
  • Helen Teixeira Universidade do Extremo Sul Catarinense
  • Laura Peters Matias
  • Yasmin Allan
  • Emanuel Manente Milanez

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18616/inova.v16i1.10554

Abstract

Cardiac amyloidosis is a chronic and progressive disease characterized by the deposition of abnormal proteins in the myocardium, leading to structural and functional alterations that result in heart failure and multisystem involvement. Early identification of this condition is a clinical challenge, particularly in elderly patients, since symptoms are nonspecific and may overlap with other cardiopathies. This study describes the case of an 86-year-old man with multiple comorbidities who presented with progressive dyspnea, recurrent pleural effusions, and restrictive cardiomyopathy. Imaging and laboratory findings confirmed the diagnosis of cardiac amyloidosis with advanced structural and functional impairment. Clinical evolution highlights the importance of thorough investigation when facing warning signs and the need for individualized and multidisciplinary management. It is concluded that early diagnosis of cardiac amyloidosis is crucial to minimize complications, improve quality of life, and reduce associated mortality

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Published

2026-02-23