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While your husband's heart currently shows no obvious problems, it's important to understand that carpal tunnel syndrome can actually be an early warning sign of ATTR-CM (wild-type). The presence of amyloid deposits found during carpal tunnel surgery could indicate the need for ongoing cardiac monitoring, even without Show Full Answer

While your husband's heart currently shows no obvious problems, it's important to understand that carpal tunnel syndrome can actually be an early warning sign of ATTR-CM (wild-type). The presence of amyloid deposits found during carpal tunnel surgery could indicate the need for ongoing cardiac monitoring, even without current symptoms.

Research shows that carpal tunnel syndrome often appears before heart problems in people with ATTR-CM. In fact, about half of people who later develop heart problems related to amyloidosis were previously diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Since your husband has been diagnosed with wild-type ATTR through the biopsy, regular cardiac check-ups would be beneficial for monitoring any potential future changes. This proactive approach is important because ATTR-CM can eventually affect the heart's ability to pump blood effectively, even if there are no current signs of heart problems.

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