Abstract

Acute ischemic stroke remains the common complication among patients with cancer. However, studies done to determine the relationship between multiple myeloma and ischemic stroke are limited and the association between them remains unclear till date. 

Here we presented a case of elderly male who presented with recurrent strokes, when investigated extensively, found to have cardiac amyloidosis and blood investigations which raised the suspicion of multiple myeloma, which was proven by the appropriate investigations. 

This case signifies the importance of promptly identifying the main etiology in every case of stroke which is more important in patients with recurrent stroke. Etiology often includes a malignancy in its early stages but keen observation and correct selection of treatment is required for further prevention of stroke along with the management of main etiology.

Keywords- Stroke, Multiple Myeloma, Amyloidosis, Platelets