Semin Respir Crit Care Med
DOI: 10.1055/a-2703-4441
Review Article

Pulmonary Amyloidosis

Authors

  • Stefano Levra

    1   Department of Clinical and Biological Sciences, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
    2   Severe Asthma, Rare Lung Disease and Respiratory Pathophysiology Unit, San Luigi Gonzaga University Hospital, Orbassano, Turin, Italy
  • Marcel Opitz

    3   Institute of Radiology, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
  • Francesco Bonella

    4   Center for Interstitial and Rare Lung Diseases, Ruhrlandklinik University Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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Abstract

Amyloidosis is a heterogeneous group of rare diseases characterized by the deposition of misfolded and insoluble proteins in tissues. Lung involvement, airways or parenchyma, is relatively common, but usually mild. Some patients may develop chronic progressive forms or experience life-threatening complications. In this review, we summarize the most recent advances in the comprehension of molecular mechanisms and classification of amyloidosis. We then illustrate the different forms of lung amyloidosis and the current treatment options. Increased awareness in the medical community and the creation of referral centers' networks are of paramount importance to ensure adequate management and access to treatment.



Publikationsverlauf

Eingereicht: 10. Juli 2025

Angenommen: 16. September 2025

Artikel online veröffentlicht:
14. Oktober 2025

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