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Hyperviscosity syndrome in a patient with underlying Waldenström's Macroglobulinaemia

Publication details

Eloise Newbold MBChB (Hons), Anton Borg MD, FRCP, FRCPath
Foundation Years Journal, volume 5, issue 7, p.23 (123Doc Education, London, August 2011)

Abstract

This case based discussion focuses on a 79 year old male with hyperviscosity syndrome found to have an underlying Waldenström's Macroglobulinaemia. This case explores the presentation, investigations and treatment of hyperviscosity syndrome.

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Authors

Eloise Newbold MBChB (Hons)

Foundation Year 1 Doctor

Anton Borg MD, FRCP, FRCPath

Consultant Haematologist
anton.borg@swft.nhs.uk

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