Plasma cell leukaemia--a report of two cases

J Postgrad Med. 1998 Apr-Jun;44(2):47-9.

Abstract

Two cases of plasma cell leukaemia--a rare form of leukaemia are described. Both cases presented with anaemia and hepatosplenomegaly. Investigations revealed leucocytosis with increased plasma cells (> 20%). Skeletal survey revealed a few osteolytic lesions in both cases.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Leukemia, Plasma Cell / diagnosis*
  • Leukemia, Plasma Cell / etiology
  • Middle Aged
  • Multiple Myeloma / complications
  • Prognosis