1. Un myélome multiple associé à une leishmaniose viscérale : une errance diagnostique.
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Zina, Lebbar, Jihad, Branya, Imane, Tlamçani, and Moncef, Amrani Hassani
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VISCERAL leishmaniasis , *MULTIPLE myeloma , *MEDICAL literature , *CHEMORADIOTHERAPY - Abstract
The unusual association of multiple myeloma and visceral leishmaniasis has been poorly documented in the medical literature, and the presented case constitutes the first occurrence reported in Morocco. The patient, a 49-year-old man, was diagnosed with both conditions simultaneously. This rare coexistence raises intriguing questions about the underlying immunological mechanisms and interactions between the two diseases. In this particular case, the implementation of a therapeutic protocol combining specific antiparasitic treatment and chemotherapy for multiple myeloma led to promising results. The patient's progress was marked by a notable improvement in his health, highlighting the importance of an integrated approach to treating these competing conditions. This clinical case also highlights the importance of awareness and vigilance in detecting combinations of rare pathologies, paving the way for a better understanding of the complexity of concomitant diseases and more targeted treatment strategies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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