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Beta2-microglobulin amyloidosis in renal failure: Understanding this recently recognized condition

Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine. 1999 March;66(3):145-147
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ABSTRACT

Beta2-microglobulin amyloidosis can cause significant suffering in patients with chronic renal failure. Although renal transplantation is currently the only treatment, medical and surgical therapies may decrease pain and disability.