Recurrent syncope as persistently isolated feature of transthyretin amyloidotic polyneuropathy

Neuromuscul Disord. 2005 Mar;15(3):259-61. doi: 10.1016/j.nmd.2004.10.015. Epub 2005 Jan 28.

Abstract

In transthyretin familial amyloid polyneuropathy (TTR-FAP), single clinical features rarely remain isolated and are usually accompanied by other symptoms. We describe a patient with TTR-FAP, who had recurrent episodes of syncope for 4 years as an overt and isolated symptom. Later, he experienced paresthesia in the hands, and impotence. Molecular analysis of the TTR gene revealed a Thr49Ala mutation. The unusual clinical presentation presents a diagnostic challenge.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Action Potentials / physiology
  • Amyloid Neuropathies, Familial / metabolism
  • Amyloid Neuropathies, Familial / physiopathology*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neural Conduction / physiology
  • Peripheral Nerves / physiopathology
  • Prealbumin / metabolism*
  • Recurrence
  • Syncope / physiopathology*

Substances

  • Prealbumin