Treatment with CFTR modulators and subsequent remission of AA amyloidosis

Abstract CFTR modulators have been revolutionary for cystic fibrosis patients but their potential influence on AA amyloidosis has not been investigated. This case report is of a gentleman with cystic fibrosis and nephrotic range proteinuria secondary to AA amyloidosis. At five years following commencement of CFTR modulators, he is in sustained, complete remission with normal urine protein excretion and serum amyloid protein levels within the normal range.

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Clinical Kidney Journal
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2026-08-17
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https://doi.org/10.1093/ckj/sfag266
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Cystic Fibrosis Research Advances
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Treatment with CFTR modulators and subsequent remission of AA amyloidosis

Christopher Hill, Rachel McDougall
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Treatment with CFTR modulators and subsequent remission of AA amyloidosis

Christopher Hill, Rachel McDougall
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Abstract CFTR modulators have been revolutionary for cystic fibrosis patients but their potential influence on AA amyloidosis has not been investigated. This case report is of a gentleman with cystic fibrosis and nephrotic range proteinuria secondary to AA amyloidosis. At five years following commencement of CFTR modulators, he is in sustained, complete remission with normal urine protein excretion and serum amyloid protein levels within the normal range.

Clinical Kidney Journal
University of Ulster (GB), Belfast City Hospital (GB)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 10%
Cystic Fibrosis Research Advances
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