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Classic findings of POEMS syndromes

Classic findings of POEMS syndromes
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Author: Angela Dispenzieri
Category: Lymphoma: Mature B-cell and Plasma cell Neoplasms > Plasma Cell Neoplasm
Published Date: 12/07/2012

(A) Massive ascites and lipodystrophy. (B) Chest radiograph and pulmonary function test results demonstrating reduced lung volumes because of neuromuscular weakness, small effusions, and reduced diffusing capacity of carbon monoxide. (C) Improved chest radiograph and pulmonary function tests 2.5 years after SCT. (D) Fusion CT PET of mixed lytic/sclerotic lesion in right scapula. (E) Bone windows of CT of mixed lytic/sclerotic lesion in right scapula. (F) Hyperemia of extremities and white nails. (G) Outcropping of cherry angiomata at diagnosis. (H) Shrinkage and disappearance of cherry angiomata after radiation to solitary osteosclerotic lesion in right femur. (I) Plasmacytoma right scapula with overlying erythema as well as gynecomastia, muscle wasting, and ascites.