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March 14, 2022 News by Patricia Inácio, PhD

Problems Swallowing, Carpal Tunnel Could Be A97S Mutation Biomarkers

Early signs of swallowing difficulties and carpal tunnel syndrome may serve as biomarkers for familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) patients carrying the Ala97Ser (A97S) mutation, a study suggests. According to researchers, these factors may help identify A97S patients who might benefit from early treatment. The study, “Unique Phenotypes With…

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