Naslov
Multiple myeloma presenting with lower extremity gangrene and hyperviscosity syndrome

Autori
GRGIĆ MEDIĆ, MARIJANA ; VUJAKLIJA BRAJKOVIĆ, ANA ; GORNIK, IVAN ; BABEL, JAKŠA ; GAŠPAROVIĆ, VLADIMIR ; BOSNIĆ, DUBRAVKA

Izvornik
Signa vitae : journal for intesive care and emergency medicine (1334-5605) 9 (2014), Suppl. 1; 99-101

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
multiple myeloma ; hyperviscosity ; skin necrosis

Sažetak
Hyperviscosity syndrome and cryoblobulinemia associated with lymphoproliferative disorder is a rare but life threatening condition. The delay of diagnosis can lead to severe mutilation and multiple organ damage. The plasma exchange therapy and the targeted treatment of the underlying disorder can lead to significant improvement. We present a patient who developed extensive soft tissue necroses, mimicking the peripheral artery disease. Despite surgical treatment, the skin lesions progressed involving fingers, earlobes and scrotum. Finally, the patient was diagnosed with multiple myeloma and hyperviscosity syndrome. The clinical condition improved after plasma exchange and myeloma treatment with thalidomide and dexamethasone.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Biotehnologija

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