Multiple myeloma with pleural involvement: a case report

Am J Clin Oncol. 2005 Aug;28(4):429-30. doi: 10.1097/01.coc.0000144816.97535.31.

Abstract

Malignant pleural effusions are rare in multiple myeloma (MM). We report a case of MM with left myelomatous pleural effusion, which reflects aggressive disease.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Multiple Myeloma / complications*
  • Multiple Myeloma / diagnosis*
  • Pleura / diagnostic imaging
  • Pleural Effusion, Malignant / diagnostic imaging
  • Pleural Effusion, Malignant / etiology*
  • Radiography
  • Ribs / diagnostic imaging
  • Thrombocytopenia / etiology