When Two Worlds Collide: A Rare Case of Multiple Myeloma With Extramedullary Plasmacytoma

Cureus. 2023 Dec 6;15(12):e50058. doi: 10.7759/cureus.50058. eCollection 2023 Dec.

Abstract

In this case report, we discuss the presentation, diagnosis, and management of a 67-year-old gentleman with stage II multiple myeloma with concurrent biopsy-proven bone plasmacytoma and why it is important to understand the molecular intricacies of these disorders. We emphasize the critical role of radiology in identifying, characterizing, and managing these lesions. Furthermore, we shed light on the critical differentiation between solitary extramedullary plasmacytoma and multiple myeloma and discuss treatment modalities for both conditions.

Keywords: diagnosis of multiple myeloma; extra-medullary plasmacytoma; extramedullary multiple myeloma; plasmacytoma treatment; solitary bone plasmacytoma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports