Sex Differences in Hospitalizations in the 6 Months Before a Diagnosis of Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy | Synapse
March 28, 2026Open Access
Sex Differences in Hospitalizations in the 6 Months Before a Diagnosis of Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy
Key Points
To examine how sex influences missed opportunities for early diagnosis of transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM).
Analysis of hospital records to assess hospitalization trends
Comparison of hospitalization rates between sexes before ATTR-CM diagnosis
Evaluation of diagnostic procedures employed prior to diagnosis
Identified significant sex differences in hospitalization rates prior to ATTR-CM diagnosis
Highlighted missed opportunities for earlier detection in one sex compared to another
Provided insights into diagnostic trends and barriers in healthcare
Abstract
The influence of sex on the extent of missed opportunities for early diagnosis of transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM) has not been characterized.