Multiple Myeloma

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Tailored Dosing for MM Matters More Than Drug Count: Ajai Chari, MD

April 25th 2025

When it comes to treating multiple myeloma (MM), Ajai Chari, MD, argued that more is not always better. More intense treatment regimens, or those with more drugs, don't necessarily guarantee better outcomes.

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Advancing MM Care Through Innovation and Equity: Ajai Chari, MD

April 7th 2025

Targeting GPRC5D Holds Promise in Multiple Myeloma
Targeting GPRC5D Holds Promise in Multiple Myeloma

April 3rd 2025

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PROs Associated With Survival, AEs in Multiple Myeloma

April 3rd 2025

Ajai Chari, MD
Making Bispecific Therapies Work in Community Settings

March 25th 2025

Experts Weigh in on Multiple Myeloma

Explore the expanding role of bispecific antibody therapies and strategies for managing cytokine release syndrome and infection risks. Dive into real-world data on teclistamab and talquetamab, and uncover new approaches to optimize patient outcomes.

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April 30th 2025

Addressing the Gaps and Clinical Challenges in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: Updates and Strategies for Managed Care

1.5 Credits / Hematology, Hematologic Cancer, Oncology
April 30th 2025

Keeping Pace With New Developments in Multiple Myeloma: Updates and Strategies to Optimize Bispecific Antibodies and CAR T-Cell Therapy

1.5 Credits / Oncology, Hematology, Hematologic Cancer
April 30th 2025

Closing Gaps in CLL Care: Managed Care Insights and Strategies

1.5 Credit / Hematologic Cancer, Oncology
April 30th 2025

ASH Annual Meeting Coverage: Highlighting the Recent Updates in TKI Use in the Treatment of CML – Insights and Application for Managed Care

1.0 Credit / Oncology, Hematology, Hematologic Cancer

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Discussing The Future of the RRMM Treatment Landscape
June 28th 2022

Discussing The Future of the RRMM Treatment Landscape

Drs Richter and Kaufman conclude by discussing future promising developments in RRMM therapy.
Improving Payer Education on RRMM Therapy
June 28th 2022

Improving Payer Education on RRMM Therapy

Professional experts offer suggestions on how payers can be further educated on RRMM treatment.
How Do IMiDs Fare In Comparison With Emerging RRMM Treatment Options?
June 28th 2022

How Do IMiDs Fare In Comparison With Emerging RRMM Treatment Options?

Drs Joshua Richter and Jonathan L. Kaufman consider where IMiDs fall in the RRMM treatment landscape in comparison with emerging treatment options, such as bispecific antibodies and CAR T-cell therapy.
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June 25th 2022

Interim Phase 2 Trial Results Show Quadruplet Regimen Tolerable, Effective in MM

Rose McNulty
Early results of a multicenter phase 2 trial exploring the efficacy of daratumumab, pomalidomide, dexamethasone, and ixazomib treatment suggest the regimen is safe and effective in relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (MM).
Ways Institutions Can Support RRMM Treatment Selection
June 21st 2022

Ways Institutions Can Support RRMM Treatment Selection

Two practicing physicians discuss clinical pathways and decision-making tactics used at their respective institutions for RRMM management.
Using Lenalidomide and Pomalidomide in RRMM Management
June 21st 2022

Using Lenalidomide and Pomalidomide in RRMM Management

Dr Richter explains which patients would benefit the most from using lenalidomide vs pomalidomide, while Dr Kaufman calls attention to clinical trials that support the use of pomalidomide in RRMM therapy.
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June 19th 2022

Standard-of-Care Treatments Insufficient in Improving QOL for Patients With Multiple Myeloma

Lindsey Mulrooney
Patients with multiple myeloma frequently relapse and experience deteriorating quality of life, according to findings from the LocoMMotion study, which also reported that specific patient and disease characteristics are associated with poor efficacy outcomes.
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June 18th 2022

Review Highlights Nanomedicine as Potential Drug Delivery Strategy in Multiple Myeloma

Rose McNulty
A recent review summarized the current knowledge and treatment paradigm of multiple myeloma, including recent advances and challenges in nanomedicine. 
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June 15th 2022

Vitamin D Provides Therapeutic Benefit Among Patients With MM, Review Says

Skylar Jeremias
A literature review revealed that supplementation with vitamin D could provide therapeutic benefits for patients with multiple myeloma (MM) who are undergoing chemotherapy. However, more research is needed to confirm findings.
Preferred IMiDs Regimens Based on Line of Therapy
June 14th 2022

Preferred IMiDs Regimens Based on Line of Therapy

Two experts highlight their preferred treatment options for RRMM based on each line of therapy the patient will need.
What Factors Into IMiDs Treatment Selection for Patients With RRMM?
June 14th 2022

What Factors Into IMiDs Treatment Selection for Patients With RRMM?

Drs Kaufman and Richter outline important considerations physicians should be aware of when selecting IMiD therapy for a patient with RRMM.
IMiDs and Triplet Regimens in MM and RRMM Therapy
June 7th 2022

IMiDs and Triplet Regimens in MM and RRMM Therapy

Dr Jonathan L. Kaufman discusses the role immunomodulatory drugs (IMiDs) play within triplet regimens for patients with RRMM.
RRMM: An Overview
June 7th 2022

RRMM: An Overview

Joshua Richter, MD, and Jonathan L. Kaufman, MD, define and provide a basic understanding of relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM).
High Economic Burden of MM, Particularly Within 1 Year of Diagnosis, Says French Study
June 4th 2022

High Economic Burden of MM, Particularly Within 1 Year of Diagnosis, Says French Study

Jaime Rosenberg
As more treatments continue to enter the market for multiple myeloma (MM), the cost of associated treatments is expected to continue climbing, with the researchers of the study emphasizing the need for more effective and options to help mitigate costs.
Low Socioeconomic Status May Account for Ethnic Survival Disparities in MM
June 3rd 2022

Low Socioeconomic Status May Account for Ethnic Survival Disparities in MM

Jaime Rosenberg
The researchers found that socioeconomic status likely drives survival disparities between Hispanic patients and non-Hispanic whites (NHWs). They also found that, while both underserved populations, Hispanics and non-Hispanic blacks have different survival outcomes compared with NHWs.
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May 28th 2022

Is There a Possibility of a Cure in Multiple Myeloma?

Jaime Rosenberg
Multiple myeloma has historically been considered a chronic disease, even as newer treatments have greatly improved rates of survival for the disease.
Myelofibrosis May Predict Extramedullary Disease in MM
May 27th 2022

Myelofibrosis May Predict Extramedullary Disease in MM

Jaime Rosenberg
The researchers found that extramedullary disease at diagnosis was significantly more common in patients with bone marrow fibrosis.
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May 21st 2022

Radiomics-Based Models Can Accurately Diagnose MM and Bone Metastases, Study Finds

Rose McNulty
Differentiation between multiple myeloma (MM) and bone metastases from other cancers can be difficult, but radiomics-based models have potential to improve diagnostic accuracy.
Multiple Myeloma spelled out on a screen
May 18th 2022

Serum IgG Subclass May Be Indicator of Treatment Effect in Multiple Myeloma

Jaime Rosenberg
The researchers found that among subclasses, IgG1 expression was most prominent in samples from patients with multiple myeloma, and expression of IgG1 changed significantly before, throughout, and following treatment.
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May 15th 2022

Repurposing a Drug Used for Alcohol Abuse May Overcome MM Treatment Resistance

Jaime Rosenberg
According to recent findings, metabolizing disulfiram into diethyldithiocarbamate-copper complex creates a proteasome inhibitor-like treatment that enables the efficient killing of treatment-resistant multiple myeloma (MM) cells.
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May 12th 2022

PET/CT Can Assess Early Treatment Response in Newly Diagnosed MM

Laura Joszt, MA
Negative positron emission tomography/CT examinations 6 months after induction therapy in patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma (MM) is associated with prolonged time to next treatment and overall survival.
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May 8th 2022

Energy Metabolism in Clonal Plasma Cells May Drive Survival Outcomes in Newly Diagnosed MM

Jaime Rosenberg
The findings, say the researchers, provide a basis for future exploration of the activity of energy metabolism pathways in clonal plasma cells of patients newly diagnosed with the disease.
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May 4th 2022

Levels of Certain Thyroid Hormone May Help With Risk Stratification in MM

Jaime Rosenberg
With survival of multiple myeloma ranging from less than 1 month to over 10 years, the researchers highlighted the importance of risk stratification to quickly identify patients who are high risk with poor prognosis and could benefit from different treatment strategies and close surveillance.
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May 3rd 2022

Researchers Show How RWD on Racial Outcomes in MM Can Complement Clinical Trial Data

Jaime Rosenberg
Of the 5800 patients included in study, 20% were Black, which the researchers say adequately represents disease incidence among the population.
Incorporating RWE Into Future Decision-Making
April 26th 2022

Incorporating RWE Into Future Decision-Making

Our panel concludes with their plans to incorporate RWE into MM management in the future.
MM Unmet Needs
April 26th 2022

MM Unmet Needs

Dr Baljević discusses unmet needs that are typically seen in the management of MM.
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April 26th 2022

Predicting Early Severe Infection in Patients With Newly Diagnosed MM

Laura Joszt, MA
A simple score can identify the patients at risk of severe infection within 4 months of initiating treatment, highlighting candidates to be treated with prophylactic antibiotics.
Kidneys
April 23rd 2022

Study Finds Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation Safe, Effective in Patients With Multiple Myeloma, Chronic Kidney Disease

Rose McNulty
Chronic kidney disease is a common complication in multiple myeloma, and a recent study found it is safe to treat this patient population with autologous stem cell transplantation.
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April 22nd 2022

Mesenchymal Stem Cells Induce Cell Proliferation, Inhibit Dexamethasone Effectiveness in MM

Rose McNulty
Mesenchymal stem cells are known to promote tumor growth and metastasis in multiple myeloma (MM), but a recent study found they may also inhibit the effects of the corticosteroid dexamethasone, a common medication for the hematologic malignancy.
Educating on RWE
April 20th 2022

Educating on RWE

Dr Richter delves into how we can better educate patients and physicians on RWE to improve decision-making.
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