Rare multifocal manifestation of solitary extramedullary plasmacytomas

Green, Jordan J.; Attwood, Charlotte; Robbie, Hasti; Stefanidis, Konstantinos

doi:10.1136/bcr-2019-232273

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“…Multifocal EMP with the involvement of multiple sites at the same time has been rarely reported and there is limited literature on incidence and cross-sectional imaging. 11 PubMed search revealed no cases of multifocal EMP with simultaneous involvement of the heart with retroperitoneum and thigh. Our case is unique in not only this aspect but also the depiction of involvement by cardiac MRI.…”

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Disseminated Extramedullary Plasmacytoma with Unusual Cardiac and Pancreatic Involvement—Literature Review and Rare Case Report

Peter

Nandhan

Sandhiya

2021

Indian J Radiol Imaging

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Disseminated extramedullary plasmacytoma (EMP) is an unusual entity that has nonspecific imaging features at MRI. Nevertheless, knowledge of its imaging features and unusual locations might help radiologists to suspect it in the appropriate clinical scenario. Some noncontiguous EMPs might mimic lymphoma and MRI would be useful as a problem-solving tool in EMP and would help in treatment planning. We report an unusual cardiac mass in cardiac MRI, a detailed work-up of which led to the diagnosis of multifocal EMP involving the heart, ribs, pancreas, retroperitoneum, and soft tissues of the thigh, rarely reported in the literature.

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Disseminated Extramedullary Plasmacytoma with Unusual Cardiac and Pancreatic Involvement—Literature Review and Rare Case Report

Peter

Nandhan

Sandhiya

2021

Indian J Radiol Imaging

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Extraosseous Plasmacytomas: A Radiologist’s Perspective—A Narrative Review of the Literature

Stefanidis,

Yusuf,

Mulita

et al. 2024

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Extraosseous plasmacytomas (EPs) are rare neoplasms originating from plasma cells, often associated with multiple myeloma. EPs are classified into three subtypes: extramedullary myeloma, solitary extramedullary plasmacytoma (SEP), and multiple solitary plasmacytomas. They can manifest in various anatomical sites, including the lung, mediastinum, breast, liver, pancreas, stomach, mesentery, kidney, small and large bowel, testis, and soft tissue. Despite their rarity, EPs present a diagnostic challenge due to their non-specific imaging appearances, which can mimic other neoplastic and inflammatory conditions. This review aims to describe the radiographic features of EPs in the chest, abdomen, and pelvis based on a thorough analysis of the existing literature. While imaging plays a crucial role in the detection and characterization of EPs, histological confirmation is necessary to differentiate them from other neoplastic entities. The review underscores the importance of considering EPs in the differential diagnosis, particularly in patients with a history of multiple myeloma. Understanding the imaging characteristics of EPs is essential for accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. Early imaging is crucial in these patients to exclude the possibility of EP, as timely diagnosis can significantly impact patient outcomes.

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Tumors of Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Origin

2022

Tumors and Tumor-Like Lesions of the Testis and Adjacent Tissues

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Rare multifocal manifestation of solitary extramedullary plasmacytomas

Cited by 3 publications

References 17 publications

Disseminated Extramedullary Plasmacytoma with Unusual Cardiac and Pancreatic Involvement—Literature Review and Rare Case Report

Disseminated Extramedullary Plasmacytoma with Unusual Cardiac and Pancreatic Involvement—Literature Review and Rare Case Report

Extraosseous Plasmacytomas: A Radiologist’s Perspective—A Narrative Review of the Literature

Tumors of Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Origin

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