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Rheumatology
Sys. Review
Lumbar Fractures as a Rare First Sign of Waldenström Macroglobulinemia
Rare Bone Fractures Linked to Waldenström Macroglobulinemia Identified
A systematic review found only 12 published cases of Waldenström macroglobulinemia first appearing as lumbar vertebral fractures.
New data identifies rare cases of lumbar vertebral fractures in patients with Waldenström macroglobulinemia, helping doctors distinguish the…
Frontiers
Oct 23, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
Meta-analysis
Sequential BTK inhibitor therapy maintains hematological and renal stability in Waldenström macroglobulinemia with renal dysfunction
New treatment approach shows promise for rare blood cancer patients
This case report and systematic review describes a patient with Waldenström macroglobulinemia and light-chain proximal tubulopathy treated w…
A new treatment plan for a rare blood cancer helped a patient maintain stable kidney function and a steady blood response.
Frontiers
Oct 15, 2026
Nephrology
Sys. Review
Bendamustine and rituximab treatment for Waldenström macroglobulinemia with renal AL amyloidosis shows hematologic response
New treatment approach shows promise for rare blood cancer
This case report describes a 71-year-old woman with Waldenström macroglobulinemia and renal AL amyloidosis treated with bendamustine plus ri…
A new drug combination helped a patient with a rare blood cancer and kidney issues, but it requires very careful monitoring.
Frontiers
Jun 17, 2026
Rheumatology
Guideline
RCD chemotherapy in Waldenström macroglobulinemia with AL amyloidosis led to rapid progression and death
Rare Blood Cancer Causes Fast Kidney Failure
This case report and literature review describes a 75-year-old female with Waldenström macroglobulinemia and AL lambda-type amyloid nephropa…
When a rare blood cancer attacks the kidneys, standard treatments often fail to stop the fast progression to organ failure.
Frontiers
Apr 15, 2026