RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Kuznar, Wayne
T1 Multiple Myeloma: Emerging Therapies, Diagnostic Techniques
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2013
FD SAGE Publications
VO 13
IS 6
SP 28
OP 29
DO 10.1177/155989771306023
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/13/6/28.abstract
AB An improved understanding of the biology of multiple myeloma (MM) and the identification of new drugs have improved the therapeutic approach. Myeloma consists of at least seven subtypes based on cytogenetics and molecular features. This article discusses the use of autologous stem cell transplant as a therapy for MM, approaches to patients with ‘double-refractory’ myeloma, and advances in diagnostic assays and monitoring of MM.