Characterizing the High Disease Burden of Transthyretin Amyloidosis for Patients and Caregivers

ConclusionATTR amyloidosis was associated with high levels of impairment in many domains, including physical health, quality of life, and reduced productivity. Providing care for ATTR amyloidosis patients is associated with a negative impact on the mental health of caregivers. These results highlight the substantial burden of ATTR amyloidosis for patients and caregivers.Trial RegistrationClinicalTrials.gov: NCT01604122.FundingPfizer.
Source: Neurology and Therapy - Category: Neurology Source Type: research