Acquired factor X deficiency in a multiple myeloma without amyloidosis: a case report.

BACKGROUND

Multiple myeloma is one of the most common hematologic malignancies. Acquired factor X deficiencies are often observed in primary (AL) amyloidosis and rarely in multiple myeloma.

OBJECTIVE

We report a case of an acquired factor X deficiency in a patient with a newly diagnosed IgA lambda multiple myeloma, without any evidence of concomitant amyloidosis.

METHODS

We present the patient's medical history, clinical and physical examinations, laboratory analysis, and outcome.

RESULTS

A 76-year-old male presented at the emergency department with ongoing gingival bleeding. Several analytical problems with blood sample analysis arose, which eventually led to the diagnosis of a multiple myeloma. Further exploration revealed an acquired factor X deficiency, explaining the ongoing bleeding. There was no evidence of concomitant amyloidosis. The multiple myeloma was treated, leading to complete remission of the malignancy and bleeding tendency.

CONCLUSION

While coagulopathy is rarely observed in patients diagnosed with multiple myeloma, considering an acquired factor X deficiency becomes relevant when such patient present with bleeding diathesis.