Light chain Amyloidosis (AL) associated with multiple myeloma revealed by peripheral bilateral polyarthritis: a case report. Issue 4 (27th February 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Randrianarisoa, Rova Malala Fandresena; Rafanomezantsoa, Efrasie; Razafindrazaka, Hitsy Andraina; Raberahona, Mihaja; Andriananja, Volatiana; Andriamiharisoa, Stéphanie Norotiana; Ralison, Fidiarivony; Vololontiana, Hanta Marie Danielle; Randria, Mamy Jean de Dieu
• Is Part Of: Clinical case reports. Volume 9:Issue 4(2021)
• Page Start: 2153
• Page End: 2157
• Publication Date: 2021-02-27
• Subjects: AL amyloidosis -- macroglossia -- multiple myeloma -- rheumatoid arthritis; Medicine -- Periodicals; 616.09
• DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.3968
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-0904

Abstract

Abstract: In chronic polyarthritis, the presence of macroglossia with absence of rheumatoid factor and anti‐CCP antibodies may be suggestive of amyloid arthopathy. Clinical evaluation takes precedence over classification criteria. Abstract : In chronic polyarthritis, the presence of macroglossia with absence of rheumatoid factor and anti‐CCP antibodies may be suggestive of amyloid arthopathy. Clinical evaluation takes precedence over classification criteria.