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Penny P, Lin T, Zhu J, Li B, Henning J, Chao A, Hasan E, Khoury J, Al-Roubaie M. Preoperative embolization of a solitary bone plasmacytoma of the proximal humerus. Radiol Case Rep 2024; 19:5984-5989. [PMID: 39328946 PMCID: PMC11424764 DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.09.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2024] [Revised: 09/04/2024] [Accepted: 09/05/2024] [Indexed: 09/28/2024] Open
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Solitary plasmacytoma of bone (SPB) is a rare plasma cell malignancy that most often presents with localized pain. This case describes a 70-year-old female with a pathologic humeral fracture due to a large, hypervascular SPB. The tumor was assumed to be a metastatic lesion, and preoperative embolization was performed to minimize intraoperative blood loss, followed by tumor debulking and total shoulder arthroplasty. The total estimated blood loss was limited to 100cc, and the patient was returned to baseline functional status with full shoulder range of motion at 6 months postop. Literature on embolization of appendicular plasmacytomas is sparse; however, this case supports its efficacy. We recommend considering preoperative embolization as an adjunctive therapy for all hypervascular bone tumors requiring surgical management, regardless of origin.
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Xu M, Sun Z, He H, Zhang Y. Multiple myeloma with central nervous system infiltration: A case report. Asian J Surg 2024:S1015-9584(24)01757-3. [PMID: 39245586 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2024.08.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2024] [Revised: 07/18/2024] [Accepted: 08/01/2024] [Indexed: 09/10/2024] Open
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Nayak AR, Nayan N, Naranje P, Kumar P, Dass J, Aggarwal M. The Curious Tale of a Missing Bone Segment. Turk J Haematol 2024; 41:205-206. [PMID: 38465580 DOI: 10.4274/tjh.galenos.2024.2024.0039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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English K, Leon DD, Kaldas S. Solitary extramedullary plasmacytoma of the lung with rapid transition to multiple myeloma : A rare case report and brief literature review. ROMANIAN JOURNAL OF INTERNAL MEDICINE = REVUE ROUMAINE DE MEDECINE INTERNE 2024:rjim-2024-0026. [PMID: 39182246 DOI: 10.2478/rjim-2024-0026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2024] [Indexed: 08/27/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Solitary extramedullary plasmacytomas (SEPs) are disease entities characterized by the local proliferation of neoplastic plasma cells, representing less than 6% of plasma cell tumors. They typically produce monoclonal immunoglobulin and are usually found in the head, neck, and, less commonly, in the lungs. SEP, in rare instances, can transition to multiple myeloma (MM) with an estimated risk between 8 and 31%. CASE PRESENTATION We report the case of a 72-year-old woman who sought medical attention at the emergency department due to acute onset dyspnea and syncope. Laboratory results revealed elevated creatinine, hypercalcemia, and anemia, all of which were absent at a hospitalization three months prior for tuberculosis. A chest x-ray showed a right upper lobe opacity, and a computed tomography (CT) scan demonstrated an apical lung mass with calcifications. A CT-guided needle aspiration of the mass indicated SEP. Bone marrow biopsy subsequently confirmed MM. The patient was admitted to the intensive care unit and treated with chemotherapy; however, following a complicated hospital course, she died. DISCUSSION SEPs are an exceedingly rare form of malignancy with the potential for conversion to MM. Although the likelihood of transformation to MM in months is rare, we call for attention to the possibility of such transition and the clinical prognosis of patients with SEP. Prompt and aggressive treatment is essential, and this, to our knowledge, is the first case of conversion to MM in less than four months following the initial diagnosis of SEP of the lung.
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Younis O, Odeh A, Saifi M, Dumaidi Y, Kazlak M. Hidden intruder: Plasmacytoma causing uncontrolled epistaxis in an elderly patient. Radiol Case Rep 2024; 19:2603-2607. [PMID: 38645963 PMCID: PMC11026723 DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.03.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 03/09/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/23/2024] Open
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Extramedullary plasmacytoma (EMP) is an uncommon tumor marked by the monoclonal growth of plasma cells without the characteristics of multiple myeloma. EMP represents 3% of all plasma cell tumors. An 89-year-old male patient with hypertension was admitted to our tertiary care hospital with uncontrolled unilateral epistaxis. After a year and a half of recurring epistaxis, the patient's bleeding became more frequent and could no longer be controlled with nasal packing. Angiofibroma was suspected as the initial differential diagnosis, and angiofibroma embolization was performed. The patient experienced difficulty swallowing and slurred speech and was diagnosed with an ischemic stroke. However, antiplatelet and tranexamic acid medications were contraindicated due to bleeding risks. The patient underwent functional endoscopic sinus surgery, and unexpectedly, histology results revealed a plasmacytoma. After surgery, the patient remained stable and was discharged for further management.
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Katano A, Sawayanagi S, Minamitani M, Ohira S, Yamashita H. Radiotherapy for Solitary Bony or Extramedullary Plasmacytoma. CANCER DIAGNOSIS & PROGNOSIS 2024; 4:470-474. [PMID: 38962550 PMCID: PMC11215434 DOI: 10.21873/cdp.10350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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Background/Aim This study aimed to determine the oncological outcomes associated with curative radiotherapy for solitary bony or extramedullary plasmacytomas by drawing on clinical data from a single tertiary center. This study aimed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the efficacy of radiotherapeutic interventions and delineate the patterns of disease recurrence. Patients and Methods Eleven consecutive patients diagnosed with solitary bony or extramedullary plasmacytomas and treated between May 2007 and November 2023 were retrospectively screened. Different radiotherapy doses and fractionations were employed, and statistical analyses were performed to assess overall survival (OS) and disease-free survival (DFS). Results Among the 11 patients (9 males and 2 females), primary tumors were located within the bone in seven patients, whereas extramedullary tumors were observed in four patients. The median prescribed radiation dose was 46 Gy. The 5-year OS and DFS were 83.3% and 28.9%, respectively. Progression to multiple myeloma occurred in four patients with primary bony plasmacytoma. Local control rate was 88.9%, and one patient experienced distant metastasis after 32 months. Bony plasmacytoma has a high tendency of leading to multiple myeloma rather than extramedullary plasmacytoma (5-year progression to multiple myeloma-free survival rate, 20.8% vs. 100%, p=0.08). Conclusion Radiotherapy is effective for solitary plasmacytomas with favorable local control and high objective response rates. A comparison with the existing literature supports the role of radiotherapy in the management of these conditions. The differences in outcomes between bony and extramedullary plasmacytomas emphasize the need for personalized treatment approaches.
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Kitamura W, Kobayashi H, Noda M, Iseki A, Sato Y, Maeda Y, Kuyama S. Spontaneous regression of multiple solitary plasmacytoma harboring Epstein-Barr virus: a case report and literature review. Int J Hematol 2024; 120:128-134. [PMID: 38619657 DOI: 10.1007/s12185-024-03765-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2024] [Revised: 03/25/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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We report a rare case of spontaneous regression (SR) in an elderly untreated patient with multiple solitary plasmacytoma (MSP). Diagnosis of MSP was confirmed through surgical resection of the left nasal cavity mass and subsequent biopsy of the right humerus. The patient was considered ineligible for chemotherapy due to poor performance status. At 3-month post-diagnosis, the patient's condition worsened with deteriorating bone lesions and emergence of a new serum monoclonal protein. However, these clinical findings completely disappeared at 6 months, and positron emission tomography-computed tomography at 1 year confirmed complete metabolic remission. Notably, peripheral blood lymphocyte counts were inversely correlated with tumor progression and remission. Pathological re-evaluation of the initial biopsy specimens revealed programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) expression in tumor-infiltrating CD8+ T cells. In addition, tumor cells were infected with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) but were negative for programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1) expression, which is the most potent immune escape mechanism in tumor cells. While the mechanism underlying SR remains unclear, our findings suggest that host immune response as well as EBV infection may contribute to SR. Further studies are needed to elucidate the clinicopathologic mechanisms of tumor regression in plasma cell neoplasms.
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Slama N, Bizid I, Bellalah A, Abdelali M, Laatiri MA. Extramedullary plasmacytoma of the orbit complicating the evolution of multiple myeloma in complete remission. Leuk Res Rep 2024; 21:100460. [PMID: 38707773 PMCID: PMC11066464 DOI: 10.1016/j.lrr.2024.100460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2024] [Revised: 04/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024] Open
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Orbital plasmacytoma is rare and has only been reported in the context of the initial diagnosis of multiple myeloma. Moreover, isolated orbital plasmacytoma without any signs of multiple myeloma is extremely rare. We report the case of a 59-year-old female patient diagnosed with IgA Kappa multiple myeloma. It was stage I ISS (International Staging System) and stage I R-ISS (Revised ISS). According to the Tunisian national protocol, the patient was included in the standard-risk group and was eligible for four cycles of CTD (Cyclophosphamide, Thalidomide, Dexamethasone) followed by autologous stem cell transplantation. Taking into account the partial response after the CTD cycles, the patient has benefited from two VTD cycles (Bortezomib, Thalidomide, Dexamethasone). Thus, complete remission was obtained. The patient refused autologous stem cell transplantation. Therefore, maintenance treatment based on Thalidomide only was started and received over a twelve-month period. Five months after the end of maintenance treatment, she reported frontal headaches that were resistant to symptomatic treatment, with ptosis in the right eye in physical examination. Brain MRI revealed the presence of a right cranio-orbital tissue mass with intra-orbital and extra-axial cerebral components. The mass measured 32/36 mm on axial sections and 47 mm in height. The patient underwent a complete resection of the cranio-orbital mass with cranioplasty. The histopathological examination of the mass with Immunohistochemistry staining confirmed the diagnosis of orbital plasmocytoma. An update of the multiple myeloma assessment did not reveal any biological, cytological or radiological signs in favor of multiple myeloma. Therefore the diagnosis of isolated orbital plasmacytoma without signs of multiple myeloma was made. Post-operative brain MRI showed complete disappearance of the right cranio-orbital tissue lesion. There was only a persistent meningeal enhancement of the dura mater at the surgical site, suggestive of post-operative changes. The patient was then referred for cranio-orbital radiotherapy.
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Jaafar NA, Hussain FA, Mat Lazim N. Successful Treatment of Extraosseous Plasmacytoma of the Oropharynx with Cervical Lymph Node Involvement. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2024; 76:1220-1223. [PMID: 38440494 PMCID: PMC10908905 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-023-04228-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2024] Open
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Extraosseous plasmacytoma, a rare plasma cell neoplasm, was observed in a 52-year-old male with uncommon presentation in the oropharynx with cervical lymph node involvement. The patient presented with dysphonia and left neck swelling. This case report primarily focuses on the management, resulting in a successful treatment through radiotherapy.
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Zhang S, Zhi Z, Yang J, Cao S, Wu N, Kang L, Zhao J. Skeletal muscle extramedullary plasmacytoma transformed into plasmablastic plasmacytoma: a case report. J Cancer Res Clin Oncol 2024; 150:65. [PMID: 38300308 PMCID: PMC10834611 DOI: 10.1007/s00432-023-05604-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2023] [Accepted: 12/29/2023] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND Extramedullary plasmacytoma (EMP) is a rare plasma cell malignancy, especially when the tumor originates in skeletal muscle. Plasmablastic plasmacytoma is an anaplastic round cell tumor with highly malignancy and poor prognosis. To date, there have been no reports on the transformation of skeletal muscle EMP into plasmablastic plasmacytoma. Therefore, the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of cases of this pathologic transformation are unclear. CASE PRESENTATION This article reports a case of an elderly male patient who presented with a painless mass in the right calf and was diagnosed with EMP by puncture pathology. Complete remission was obtained after sequential chemoradiotherapy. 6 months later, another puncture was performed due to plasmablastic plasmacytoma multiple distant metastases, and the pathology showed that EMP was transformed to plasmablastic plasmacytoma. Despite aggressive antitumor therapy, the disease continued to deteriorate, and the patient ultimately died of respiratory failure. CONCLUSION The transformation of EMP into plasmablastic plasmacytoma is very rare, and its diagnosis and treatment require the participation of both experienced pathologists and clinicians. We report this case in order to raise clinicians' awareness of the diagnosis and treatment of EMP and its transformation to plasmablastic plasmacytoma, and to avoid misdiagnosis and underdiagnosis.
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Ahirwar MK, Nanda S, Parida S, Mishra SS. Radiotherapy in Extramedullary Plasmacytoma of the Tongue with Nodal Involvement: A Case Report with One-Year Follow-Up. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2024; 76:1143-1146. [PMID: 38440554 PMCID: PMC10908991 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-023-04185-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2023] [Accepted: 08/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2024] Open
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Tongue extramedullary plasmacytoma (EMP) with regional lymph node metastases is a very rare pathology. Despite being a rare entity, extramedullary plasmacytoma should be considered a differential diagnosis in cases of a mass or ulcer in the tongue. A 60-year-old lady presents with an ulcerative lesion over the right lateral border of the tongue with dimensions 3.5 × 2 cm for one year. Initially, on histopathological examination, a possibility of plasma cell neoplasm was suspected; on further IHC, serum protein electrophoresis, and radiological investigations, a definite diagnosis of solitary EMP of the right lateral border of the tongue with regional nodal metastases was confirmed. The patient received radiotherapy for the primary disease along with the involved neck nodal sites.
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[Consensus for the diagnosis and management of extramedullary plasmacytoma in China(2024)]. ZHONGHUA XUE YE XUE ZA ZHI = ZHONGHUA XUEYEXUE ZAZHI 2024; 45:8-17. [PMID: 38527832 PMCID: PMC10951115 DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn121090-20231107-00253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 03/27/2024]
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Extramedullary plasmacytoma (EMP) is a special type of malignant plasmacytosis, which is complex and heterogeneous. Most EMP patients have poor prognosis and lack a stratified prognostic system or ideal treatment strategy supported by evidence-based medical evidence, which cannot meet clinical needs. In order to improve the understanding of this disease entity, Plasma Cell Disease Group, Chinese Society of Hematology, Chinese Medical Association and Chinese Myeloma Committee-Chinese Hematology Association developed the "Chinese Expert Consensus on the diagnosis and treatment of extramedullary plasmacytoma", which aims to standardize the clinical diagnosis and treatment of EMP and ultimately improve the overall survival of patients with plasmacytoma.
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Dawd D, Kapur S, Kotchetkov R. Isolated Non-Secretory Extramedullary Relapse of Multiple Myeloma Responded Completely to Localized Radiotherapy. Case Rep Oncol 2024; 17:423-429. [PMID: 38444889 PMCID: PMC10914379 DOI: 10.1159/000536675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 03/07/2024] Open
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Introduction Non-secretory multiple myeloma (NSMM) is a rare form of multiple myeloma (MM) that is often difficult to detect and has not yet been well characterized. This is due to the lack of production or the presence of monoclonal protein (MP) levels below levels detectable by testing such as serum/urine electrophoresis and immunofixation. Case Presentation Two patients of ours were being treated for MM with typical courses of systemic therapy. By the third-line therapy, both developed an extramedullary mass, one in the pelvis and the other in the neck. In both cases, blood work showed no measurable MP, normal free light chain levels, and unremarkable skeletal surveys. Secondary malignancies were suspected due to the clinical presentation in each case, and biopsies confirmed the presence of non-secretory plasmacytomas. Both patients were only treated with localized radiotherapy with a total dose of 2,000 cGy in 5 fractions over 1 week. Ultimately, this resolved the original masses with no residual tumors. No changes had to be made to their systemic therapies, and both patients remained stable. Conclusion NSMM relapse is not unusual and should be suspected in patients with relapsed refractory disease. Relapse should be confirmed by a tissue biopsy, and secondary malignancies should be ruled out. Radiotherapy is an excellent option to treat localized relapse and preserve the current line of systemic anti-myeloma therapy.
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Mousavizadeh Ahmadabadi SM, Banar S, Parvas E, Shahbazi N, Biranvand H. Uncommon manifestation of multiple myeloma: A case report of intracardiac plasmacytoma presenting with severe heart failure and bilateral pleural effusion. Int J Surg Case Rep 2024; 114:109187. [PMID: 38160518 PMCID: PMC10800586 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2023.109187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE Extramedullary intracardiac plasmacytoma is a rare type of plasma cell neoplasm that involves the heart. This article presents a case report of a patient with this condition and describes the surgical management of the disease. CASE PRESENTATION The patient was a 65-year-old male with a history of multiple myeloma in remission for two years who presented with shortness of breath and chest pain. Imaging studies revealed a mass in the right atrium of the heart, which was confirmed to be extramedullary intracardiac plasmacytoma on biopsy. The patient underwent surgical resection of the mass. CLINICAL DISCUSSION Extramedullary intracardiac plasmacytoma is a rare condition that can occur in patients with multiple myeloma. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment are crucial for improving the prognosis of affected individuals. Surgical resection may be a viable treatment option for some patients. CONCLUSION This case report highlights the potential risks and complications associated with surgical intervention in patients with extramedullary intracardiac plasmacytoma. Further research is needed to determine the best treatment approach for this rare condition and to improve patient outcomes.
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van Lanen RH, Huijs SM, Postma AA, Haeren RH. Cerebral tumor with hemi-dural enhancement as unique presentation of multiple myeloma: A case report. BRAIN & SPINE 2023; 4:102730. [PMID: 38510597 PMCID: PMC10951707 DOI: 10.1016/j.bas.2023.102730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 03/22/2024]
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Introduction Intracranial multiple myeloma (MM) is a rare manifestation of MM, a malignant plasma cell disorder that primarily affects bone marrow. Dural involvement in MM is even rarer and can manifest as a dural mass. We present a case of MM presenting as an intracranial dural tumor with primary hemi-dural involvement. Research question This case report aims to investigate the clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges, and treatment approaches for intracranial multiple myeloma, with a focus on the extensive hemi-dural thickening and enhancement seen in this case. Material and methods A 73-year-old male presented with progressive dysphasia and weakness. MRI revealed a solid left frontal mass with significant mass-effect. Hemi-dural thickening and enhancement was present along with invasion of the skull. The patient underwent surgical resection of the tumor with dural and bone reconstruction. Results Histopathological examination confirmed MM diagnosis. Chemotherapy was started. Follow-up MRI showed complete tumor resection, but extensive hemi-dural thickening and enhancement persisted. Postoperative radiation therapy was considered. Discussion and conclusion MM with primary dural involvement is rare and poses diagnostic challenges. Postoperative treatment involves chemotherapy, the role of surgery and radiotherapy is not established. The extensive hemi-dural thickening and enhancement observed in this case require further investigation, and a wait-and-scan policy was recommended instead of radiotherapy.
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Mishra UP, Verma AK, Chaurasia JK. Solitary Extramedullary Plasmacytoma of Nasal Cavity. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2023; 75:4060-4065. [PMID: 37974764 PMCID: PMC10645697 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-023-04061-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/01/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023] Open
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Solitary extramedullary plasmacytoma (SEP) of the nasal cavity is a rare neoplastic condition characterized by the localized proliferation of abnormal plasma cells. We present a case of SEP involving the nasal cavity in a 40-year-old male patient who presented with nasal obstruction and recurrent epistaxis. The diagnosis was confirmed through clinical evaluation, imaging studies, and histopathological examination of excised specimen. The patient underwent trans-nasal endoscopic excision of nasal mass without any adjuvant therapy, which resulted in successful local control. This case report highlights the clinical presentation, diagnostic approach, treatment modalities, and favourable prognosis associated with solitary extramedullary plasmacytoma of the nasal cavity.
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Kamboj V, Shenoy S V, Sriperumbudur S, Parvathareddy N. Solitary Bone Plasmacytoma Mimicking Oral Cavity Neoplasm - A Rare Case. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2023; 75:2809-2813. [PMID: 38027534 PMCID: PMC10645874 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-023-03875-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 05/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Plasmacytomas are localized monoclonal plasma cell lesions with no evidence of systemic involvement which are divided into solitary bone plasmacytoma (SBP) and extra-medullary plasmacytoma (EMP). The diagnosis of plasmacytomas (PCM) in the oral regions is challenging given the atypical clinical manifestations and low frequency. Here, we report an extremely rare case of plasmacytoma in an elderly male which initially appeared to be arising from the left buccal mucosa on clinical examination but after radiological imaging and intra-operative findings, the epicentre was found to be in the left infratemporal fossa (ITF). The patient underwent en-bloc compartment resection with high clearance of the ITF which proved to be an effective management strategy. It is crucial for the head and neck surgeon to be aware of the solitary bone plasmacytoma in the oral and maxillofacial region in order to identify it early and provide these patients with the best care possible before complications arise.
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Kapur K, Sharma M, Puj K, Bande V, Pandya S. Solitary endobronchial plasmacytoma-a rare differential of an endobronchial mass. Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2023; 39:629-631. [PMID: 37885935 PMCID: PMC10597973 DOI: 10.1007/s12055-023-01557-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2023] [Revised: 05/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/02/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023] Open
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Diagnostic dilemma, owing to the inconclusiveness of biopsy results, often leaves us with limited options to offer to the patients upfront, amongst the various armamentarium available. We hereby report a rare case of extramedullary plasmacytoma, whose diagnosis was established only on the final histopathology report with the aid of immunohistochemistry. A 50-year-old gentleman presented to our outpatient setup with computed tomography suggestive of a well-defined endobronchial mass occupying the left lower lobe bronchus. However, bronchoscopy and computed tomography-guided biopsies were inconclusive. After a routine metastatic workup, the patient underwent a left lower lobectomy following a provisional diagnosis of carcinoid on the frozen section. The final histopathology was solitary endobronchial plasmacytoma. Postoperative myeloma workup was within normal limits and the patient is doing well and disease free at 8 months of follow-up. This rare differential needs to be kept in mind while evaluating a case of well-defined endobronchial growth.
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Yan X, Zhou Z, Cui J, Jiang X. Strengthen and consolidate: A case of screw augmentation for solitary plasmacytoma of cervical spine. Asian J Surg 2023; 46:5178-5179. [PMID: 37537062 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2023.07.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/07/2023] [Indexed: 08/05/2023] Open
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Inamdar A, Bhattacharyya S. Hematological entities with plasmacytic differentiation: a case report. J Med Case Rep 2023; 17:429. [PMID: 37749639 PMCID: PMC10521441 DOI: 10.1186/s13256-023-04082-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2023] [Accepted: 07/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Plasmacytoma, a localized tumor of monoclonal plasma cells without any clinical, radiological or physical evidence of plasma cell neoplasm (PCN), is a rare entity that accounts for 1% of PCN. Immunoglobulin M (IgM) extramedullary plasmacytoma of mediastinal region has never been reported and is a diagnostic challenge considering other differential diagnoses. CASE PRESENTATION We present the case of a 51-year-old African-American female with progressively increasing cough, dyspnea, and dysphagia for 6 months with a computed tomography (CT) scan revealing a subcarinal mass. The histopathological analysis of the mass reveals a diagnosis of lymphoma with plasma cell differentiation, with a differential of lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma and plasma cell neoplasm. The lymphoma panel via next-generation sequencing (NGS) and a myeloma-targeted fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) panel confirmed the diagnosis of IgM extramedullary plasmacytoma, an entity of rare occurrence. Treatment with radiation led to complete regression of the plasmacytoma with normal blood work-up. CONCLUSIONS This report describes the challenges of diagnosing IgM extramedullary plasmactyoma. Our case report highlights the importance of cytogenetics and NGS in establishing a correct diagnosis that indeed has prognostic and therapeutic implications.
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Mishra SS, Ahirwar MK, Nanda S. Solitary Extraosseous Plasmacytoma of Submandibular Gland - Report of a Rare Case. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2023; 75:2306-2308. [PMID: 37636807 PMCID: PMC10447715 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-023-03606-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2023] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Plasmacytomas are tumors involving plasma cells that can be either osseous or extraosseous. Solitary extraosseous plasmacytomas are rarely found in the head and neck region. Various pathological, immuno-histochemistry, and radiological investigations must be done to distinguish it from multiple myeloma. CASE A 41-year-old female presented with a progressively increasing mass in right submandibular region for 1 year. She also had complaints of dysphagia and dyspnea for 3 months. Histopathological examinations showed lymphoplasmacytic infiltrate and possibility of plasma cell neoplasm was suspected. On further investigations like immunohistochemistry, bone marrow biopsy, quantitative immunoglobulin, immunoelectrophoresis, and urine analysis, diagnosis of extraosseous plasmacytoma was made. Positron emission tomography-computed tomography (PET-CT) scan did not show any distant foci of the disease. The patient received definitive radiotherapy to the primary region and tolerated well. The patient is asymptomatic after 1 month of radiotherapy and is on regular follow-up. CONCLUSIONS Extraosseous plasmacytoma of the submandibular region is very rare but radiosensitive tumor. Multiple myeloma must be ruled out prior to start of any treatment. Long term follow ups are required to comment on disease progression, dissemination, or recurrence.
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Lamb MM, Zeatoun A, Stack TJ, Kim S, Albastoni S, Singer B, Klatt-Cromwell C, Senior BA, Kimple AJ, Thorp BD. Plasmacytoma of the Head and Neck: Case Series and Review of the Literature. ORL J Otorhinolaryngol Relat Spec 2023; 85:231-237. [PMID: 37364541 DOI: 10.1159/000530946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2023] [Accepted: 04/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023]
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Solitary plasmacytoma is a rare neoplasm characterized by localized proliferation of monoclonal plasma cells and is classified as solitary bone or solitary extramedullary plasmacytoma. Here, we present two rare cases of plasmacytoma of the head and neck. The first is a 78-year-old male who presented with a 3-month history of epistaxis and progressive obstruction of the right nasal passage. Computerized tomography (CT) imaging revealed a mass in the right nasal cavity with destruction to the maxillary sinus. An excisional biopsy was performed revealing anaplastic plasmacytoma. The second is a 64-year-old male with a past medical history significant for prostate cancer who presented with a 2-month history of left ear pain and progressive non-tender temporal swelling. A PET/CT revealed a highly avid, destructive, and lytic left temporal mass with no other evidence of distant disease. A left temporal craniectomy and infratemporal fossa dissection revealed plasma cell dyscrasia with monoclonal lambda in situ hybridization. Although plasmacytomas are uncommon tumors of the head and neck, they may mimic other entities that require different treatment. Prompt and accurate diagnosis is critical for appropriate therapeutic decisions and prognosis.
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Bangolo AI, Fwelo P, Trivedi C, Sagireddy S, Aljanaahi H, Auda A, Mohamed M, Onyeka S, Fisher M, Thapa J, Tabucanon EJ, Georgiev L, Wishart A, Kumari S, Erikson C, Bangura M, Paddy O, Madhukar R, Gomez EL, Rathod J, Naria M, Hajal B, Awadhalla M, Siegel D, Parmar H, Biran N, Vesole DH, Phull P, Weissman S. Interaction between age and gender on survival outcomes in extramedullary multiple myeloma over the past two decades. World J Clin Oncol 2023; 14:179-189. [PMID: 37124133 PMCID: PMC10134202 DOI: 10.5306/wjco.v14.i4.179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2022] [Revised: 02/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/17/2023] [Indexed: 04/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Extramedullary multiple myeloma (MM) (EMM) is a rare and aggressive subentity of MM that can be present at diagnosis or develop anytime during the disease course. There is a paucity of data on the clinical characteristics and overall epidemiology of EMM. Furthermore, there is a scarcity of data on how the interaction of age and gender influences the survival of EMM.
AIM To evaluate the clinical characteristics of patients with EMM over the past 2 decades and to identify epidemiologic characteristics that may impact overall prognosis.
METHODS A total of 858 patients diagnosed with EMM, between 2000 and 2017, were ultimately enrolled in our study by retrieving the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results database. We analyzed demographics, clinical characteristics, and overall mortality (OM) as well as cancer-specific mortality (CSM) of EMM. Variables with a P value < 0.1 in the univariate Cox regression were incorporated into the multivariate Cox model to determine the independent prognostic factors, with a hazard ratio (HR) of greater than 1 representing adverse prognostic factors.
RESULTS From a sample of 858 EMM, the male gender (63.25%), age range 60-79 years (51.05%), and non-Hispanic whites (66.78%) were the most represented. Central Nervous System and the vertebral column was the most affected site (33.10%). Crude analysis revealed higher OM in the age group 80+ [HR = 6.951, 95% confidence interval (95%CI): 3.299-14.647, P = 0], Non-Hispanic Black population (HR = 1.339, 95%CI: 1.02-1.759, P = 0.036), Bones not otherwise specified (NOS) (HR = 1.74, 95%CI: 1.043-2.902, P = 0.034), and widowed individuals (HR = 2.107, 95%CI: 1.511-2.938, P = 0). Skin involvement (HR = 0.241, 95%CI: 0.06-0.974, P = 0.046) and a yearly income of $75000+ (HR = 0.259, 95%CI: 0.125-0.538, P = 0) had the lowest OM in the crude analysis. Crude analysis revealed higher CSM in the age group 80+, Non-Hispanic Black, Bones NOS, and widowed. Multivariate cox proportional hazard regression analyses only revealed higher OM in the age group 80+ (HR = 9.792, 95%CI: 4.403-21.774, P = 0) and widowed individuals (HR = 1.609, 95%CI: 1.101-2.35, P = 0.014). Multivariate cox proportional hazard regression analyses of CSM also revealed higher mortality of the same groups. Eyes, mouth, and ENT involvement had the lowest CSM in the multivariate analysis. There was no interaction between age and gender in the adjusted analysis for OM and CSM.
CONCLUSION EMM is a rare entity. To our knowledge, there is a scarcity of data on the clinical characteristics and prognosis factors of patients with extramedullary multiple myeloma. In this retrospective cohort, using a United States-based population, we found that age, marital status, and tumor site were independent prognostic factors. Furthermore, we found that age and gender did not interact to influence the mortality of patients with EMM.
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Duminuco A, Romano A, Sabattini E, Villari L, Del Fabro V, Elia F, Palumbo GA, Di Raimondo F, Conticello C. Multicentric Castleman Disease and Concurrent Hematological Disorders: The Occurrence of Plasmacytoma and the Hypotheses Arising from Literature Review. Acta Haematol 2023; 146:331-337. [PMID: 37068478 DOI: 10.1159/000530601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2022] [Accepted: 04/03/2023] [Indexed: 04/19/2023]
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The concomitant presence of Castleman disease (CD) with other hematological pathology is an event described in the literature with increasing frequency, able to modify the diagnostic and curative approach in such patients. Very few studies in the literature describe the association of CD with concomitant neoplastic diseases; the most frequent are Kaposi's sarcomas (especially in HIV and human herpes virus-8-positive patients) and lymphoproliferative disorders, such as lymphomas. Instead, since the association with plasma cell diseases such as multiple myeloma and plasmacytoma is infrequent, there is a lack of literature. This manuscript aimed to revise the literature by describing a rare case of CD and plasmacytoma and attempting to explain the underlying triggering mechanisms.
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Zeinali M, Navabi N, Zarei MR, Ranjbar Hassni A. Solitary Plasmacytoma of the Mandible: A Case Report. JOURNAL OF DENTISTRY (SHIRAZ, IRAN) 2023; 24:155-159. [PMID: 37051501 PMCID: PMC10084562 DOI: 10.30476/dentjods.2022.95247.1856] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2022] [Revised: 07/25/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 04/14/2023]
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Plasmacytoma is an abnormal proliferation of monoclonal B-cells, and it can occur in several forms including multiple myeloma, solitary plasmacytoma of the bone, and extramedullary plasmacytoma primary. The solitary plasmacytoma of the bone accounts for about 3-10% of all plasma cell neoplasms, and occurs most often in the vertebrae, whereas the solitary plasmacytoma of the mandible is an extremely rare occurrence. This case report presents a 61-year-old woman with various underlying diseases diagnosed with solitary plasmacytoma of the mandible. This case is very well documented with radiographic imagery, clinical, and histopathological findings.
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