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Multimodal Bioluminescent and Positronic-emission Tomography/Computational Tomography Imaging of Multiple Myeloma Bone Marrow Xenografts in NOG Mice
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Multiple myeloma presenting as massive ascites.

L Alacacioglu1, N Turgut, O Piskin

  • 1Ataturk Research and Training Hospital, Division of Hematology, and Dokuz Eylul University, Faculty of Medicine, Izmir, Turkey. inci074@yahoo.com

Journal of B.U.ON. : Official Journal of the Balkan Union of Oncology
|August 4, 2009
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DefinitionAscites is the buildup of fluid inside the peritoneal cavity. It occurs when fluid moves out of the vascular system faster than the peritoneal lymphatics can remove it. This fluid shift is most commonly seen in liver cirrhosis but can also appear in several other systemic disorders.EtiologyCirrhosis remains the leading cause of ascites. Other conditions that can contribute include:Heart failureConstrictive pericarditisAbdominal cancersNephrotic syndromeSevere protein–calorie...

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Ascites, a rare multiple myeloma complication, can occur with IgG myeloma. This case highlights diagnosing IgG myeloma through plasma cells found in ascites fluid.

Area of Science:

  • Hematology
  • Oncology
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Ascites is an uncommon complication of multiple myeloma (MM).
  • Most reported cases involve IgA myeloma, often linked to liver infiltration, infection, or peritoneal spread.
  • The presence of ascites in multiple myeloma necessitates thorough investigation.

Observation:

  • This report details a rare instance of ascites in a patient with IgG type multiple myeloma.
  • Plasma cells were identified within the ascitic fluid, prompting further diagnostic evaluation.
  • The diagnosis of IgG multiple myeloma was confirmed through comprehensive examinations.

Findings:

  • The study identifies a case of IgG multiple myeloma presenting with ascites.
  • Detection of plasma cells in ascitic fluid served as a key diagnostic indicator.

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  • This contrasts with the more commonly reported IgA type myeloma associated with ascites.

    • Implications:

    • This case expands the understanding of ascites as a potential manifestation in different types of multiple myeloma.
    • It underscores the importance of analyzing ascitic fluid for plasma cells in diagnosing myeloma, regardless of immunoglobulin type.
    • Further research may elucidate the mechanisms and frequency of ascites in IgG multiple myeloma.