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A 49-year-old male asked:
Whether it is always necessary to have bmt for multiple myeloma?
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Dr. Magdy Shaabananswered
Hematology and Oncology 43 years experience
MM and BMT: usually BMT as treatment of MM reserved for young and fit patients. Mortality from BMT increases with age and comorbidity
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Dr. Zartash Gulanswered
Hematology and Oncology 22 years experience
No: But it is one of the most effective therapies and for those who can get it , it is shown even in this era to add benefit to novel therapy. In USA we bank cells for two autos.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
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Last updated Oct 24, 2017
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