Multiple Myeloma

Some Targeted Therapies May Miss the Mark

By

Caroline Seydel

Publish Date October 17, 2019

Ten different drugs continued to kill cancer cells even when their target proteins were removed.

Serum-Free Light Chain Surge Linked to Tumor Lysis Syndrome in Myeloma

By

Christina Bennett, MS

Publish Date October 7, 2019

A sudden increase of serum-free light chains was associated with treatment-induced tumor lysis syndrome in multiple myeloma, suggesting a possible risk factor.

Analysis Determines Cost Effectiveness of Various Treatment Strategies for Multiple Myeloma

By

Bryant Furlow

Publish Date October 10, 2019

In this systematic review, researchers analyzed the cost effectiveness of various treatments and treatment lines for multiple myeloma.

Dental Issues Can Delay Treatment for Patients With Multiple Myeloma

By

Susan Moench, PhD, PA-C

Publish Date October 9, 2019

A case series study demonstrated the importance of timely, preventive dental assessment for patients with multiple myeloma.

Care at High-Volume Facility May Cut Mortality in Multiple Myeloma

Publish Date October 7, 2019

Mortality did not differ for those treated by NCICCC MM specialists, highest-volume community oncologists.