Oral manifestations of amyloidosis and the diagnostic applicability of oral tissue biopsy
Thalita Soares Tavares,
Adriana Aparecida Silva da Costa,
Anna Luíza Damaceno Araújo
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundAmyloidosis exhibits a variable spectrum of systemic signs and oral manifestations that can be difficult to diagnose. This study aimed to characterize the clinical, demographic, and microscopic features of amyloidosis in the oral cavity.MethodsThis collaborative study involved three Brazilian oral pathology centers and described cases with a confirmed diagnosis of amyloidosis on available oral tissue biopsies. Clinical data were obtained from medical records. H&E, Congo‐red, and immunohistochemic… Show more
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