Degeneration of organs or tissues from amyloid deposits. The deposits are waxy and translucent and have a hyaline appearance. The liver, spleen, and kidneys are usually involved, but any tissue may be infiltrated.
A waxy deterioration happens in chronic diseases like tuberculosis, where starch-like substances accumulate in body tissues. This inhibits the function of organs such as the liver, kidneys, spleen, and intestines, contributing to the decline of the patient’s condition.