Primary isolated extramedullary plasmacytoma of colon
2007
Rare Case of Plasmacytoma in the Colon
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Gupta Vishal, Nahak Brindaban, Sakhuja Puja, Agarwal Anil K, Kumar Nirmal, Mishra Pramod K
Primary Institution: Gobind Ballabh Pant Hospital and Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, India
Conclusion
Primary colonic plasmacytoma is a rare condition that can present with symptoms mimicking other gastrointestinal diseases.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 7 well-documented cases of isolated primary plasmacytoma of the colon have been reported.
- The patient had a history of diarrhea and weight loss for 8 months.
- Histopathological examination revealed plasmacytoid mononuclear cells infiltrating all layers of the colon.
Takeaway
A man had a rare type of tumor in his colon that caused him to have diarrhea and weight loss, but doctors were able to remove it and help him feel better.
Methodology
The patient underwent subtotal colectomy and histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of plasmacytoma.
Limitations
The rarity of the condition limits the generalizability of findings.
Participant Demographics
42-year-old male.
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