Acute myeloid leukaemia presenting as bilateral proptosis in a young child

Myeloid sarcoma is an extramedullary manifestation of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). Aims We are reporting a paediatric case presenting with bilateral proptosis, which we were able to diagnose with peripheral blood smear (PBS) examination. Methods Case Report Results This case highlights the utility of simple routinely available PBS test in diagnosing this rare disease. Conclusion Our case highlights the importance of haemogram and peripheral blood smear in the initial evaluation of proptosis. Correct diagnosis of this rare entity is vital especially in cases where (myeloid sarcoma) MS is the presenting feature of AML