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Plasmacytosis
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Plasmacytosis is a condition in which there is an unusually large proportion of plasma cells in tissues, exudates, or blood.[1] Plasmacytosis may be divided into two types—cutaneous and systemic—both of which have identical skin findings.
Patients with plasmacytosis have been predominantly found to have lung infections (pneumonia, tuberculosis, abscess) whereas multiple myeloma is rarely found.[2]
Historical Perspective
Historical Perspective
Classification
Classification
Pathophysiology
Pathophysiology
Causes
Causes
Differentiating Plasmacytosis from Other Diseases
Differentiating Plasmacytosis from Other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Risk Factors
Screening
Screening
Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis
Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis
Natural History
Complications
Prognosis
Diagnosis
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Criteria
History and Symptoms
Physical Examination
Laboratory Findings
Imaging Findings
Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Treatment
Medical Therapy
Surgery
Prevention
References
References
- ↑ James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006). Andrews’ Diseases of the Skin: clinical Dermatology. Saunders Elsevier. ISBN 0-7216-2921-0.
- ↑ Callaway, MW; Braud, EL; McDonald, CR; Paine, CJ; Eichner, ER (Feb 1977). “Clinical correlates of bone marrow plasmacytosis”. Southern Medical Journal. 70 (2): 138–41, 152. doi:10.1097/00007611-197702000-00004. PMID 841386.
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