Abstract
IgG-secreting lymphoplasmocytoid leukemia is a rare disease associating splenomegaly and B cell proliferation. Lymphoid phenotype is usually different from chronic lymphocytic leukemia. We report a case disclosed by hyperviscosity syndrome. Diagnosis was confirmed at routine ophthalmologic study.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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English Abstract
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Antibodies, Neoplasm / blood*
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Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols / therapeutic use
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Blood Viscosity*
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Chlorambucil / administration & dosage
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Humans
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Immunoglobulin G / blood*
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Karyotyping
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Lymphocytosis / blood*
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Lymphoma, B-Cell / blood*
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Lymphoma, B-Cell / diagnosis
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Lymphoma, B-Cell / drug therapy
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Male
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Prednisone / administration & dosage
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Retinal Artery
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Splenomegaly / etiology
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Treatment Outcome
Substances
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Antibodies, Neoplasm
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Immunoglobulin G
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Chlorambucil
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Prednisone