Download or read book Handbook of Multiple Myeloma written by Mohamad Mohty and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook is an in-depth and comprehensive guide to the pathophysiology, diagnosis, staging, treatment and management of patients with multiple myeloma. The Handbook was commissioned to address an unmet need for a book of this kind in the myeloma field and to provide busy healthcare professionals with an informative and educational review of the current and emerging treatment recommendations for multiple myeloma. Myeloma is a type of bone marrow cancer arising from plasma cells and is the second most common form of bone marrow cancer, but represents just 1% of all cancers. The causes of myeloma are not fully understood but it is thought to be caused by an interaction of both genetic and environmental factors. This Handbook discusses these issues as well the latest developments in the field and will be an invaluable source of topical information for all healthcare professionals with an interest in multiple myeloma.
Download or read book Multiple Myeloma written by Robert J. Heller and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Multiple Myeloma written by Brian G. M. Durie and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Multiple Myeloma written by Morie A. Gertz and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a comprehensive, state-of-the-art guide to the diagnosis, treatment, and biology of multiple myeloma and related plasma disorders. Edited and written by a multidisciplinary group of recognized authorities from the Mayo Clinic, it presents clear guidelines on diagnosis and therapy and covers all aspects of multiple myeloma, from molecular classification and diagnosis, to risk stratification and therapy. Closely related plasma cell disorders such as solitary plasmacytoma, Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia, and light chain amyloidosis are discussed in detail as well. The book addresses often overlooked topics, including the role of radiation therapy, vertebral augmentation, and supportive care. Our understanding of this group of disorders is developing at an unprecedented rate, and Multiple Myeloma meets the need among oncologists and hematologists for a clear, timely, and authoritative resource on their biology, diagnosis, and treatment.
Download or read book Multiple Myeloma written by Robert J. Heller and published by Woolaston Press. This book was released on 2004-08-01 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive handbook and guide in easy to understand terms dealing with Multiple Myeloma; the disease, treatments, medications, lifestyle changes, and resources. Written by a non-medical author and based upon personal experiences. Updated annually.
Download or read book Multiple Myeloma and Related Disorders written by Gosta Gahrton and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2004-04-30 with total page 489 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the past decade there has been an enormous increase in knowledge of multiple myeloma and related disorders, reflected in the publication of more than 5000 articles on the subject in scientific journals. Much of this has come about as new technologies have made it possible to refine studies on chromosomes and genes and to gain information about gene expression. It is therefore highly appropriate that this new comprehensive reference should appear at this time. The book covers the whole field of multiple myeloma, and also related diseases such as Waldemstr&öm&’s macroglobulinaemia, and incorporates both the basic science underlying the diseases and their clinical management. Each chapter has been written to &’stand alone&’, allowing the reader to dip into a particular subject and find information quickly without the need to browse through multiple chapters. In addition to the developments described above, all of which are considered here, many other approaches to targeted therapy are reviewed.
Download or read book The EBMT EHA CAR T Cell Handbook written by Nicolaus Kröger and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-02-07 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This first open access European CAR-T Handbook, co-promoted by the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) and the European Hematology Association (EHA), covers several aspects of CAR-T cell treatments, including the underlying biology, indications, management of side-effects, access and manufacturing issues. This book, written by leading experts in the field to enhance readers’ knowledge and practice skills, provides an unparalleled overview of the CAR-T cell technology and its application in clinical care, to enhance readers’ knowledge and practice skills.
Download or read book Contemporary Management of Multiple Myeloma written by Ravi Vij and published by JAYPEE BROTHERS MEDICAL PUBLISHERS PVT. LTD.. This book was released on 2012-12-15 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book "Contemporary Management of Multiple Myeloma" discusses in detail about the management of multiple myeloma. Multiple Myeloma is the second most common hematological malignancy in the United States. This book highlights the interplay between the malignant plasma cell and the microenvironment, and the role of genetic alterations, adhesion molecules and critical cytokines in this complex milieu. The first chapter of this book discusses epidemiology, etiology and pathogenesis of multiple myeloma. The clinical presentation of the common plasma cell dyscrasias and discuss the diagnostic and prognostic work-up with a highlighting on recent advances in chapters 3 and 4. Chapters from 5 to 9 focus on the therapeutic evolution that has occurred, and accumulate the landmark clinical trials that have changed clinical practice for up-front treatment of both transplant eligible and ineligible patients and for those with relapsed and refractory disease. These chapters also highlights on the important role of clinical research with stem cell transplantation, proteasome-inhibition and immunomodulatory drugs that form the backbone of our present day therapeutic armamentarium. Recommendations for response assessment and current understanding of the value of maximizing the depth of response in personalized therapy and patient segmentation are briefly explained in chapters 10 and 11. Chapter 12 and 13 discussed about adjunctive treatment modalities and novel therapeutic compounds in clinical trial and targets for future drug development. This book provides complete information about current landscape for multiple myeloma which is helpful in future aspects.
Download or read book Understanding Multiple Myeloma written by Cristina Gasparetto and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2017-12-20 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only text to provide both the doctor's and patient's views, Understanding Multiple Myeloma gives you authoritative, practical answers to your questions about treatment options, post-treatment quality of life, sources of support, and much more.
Download or read book The Myeloma Survival Guide written by Jim Tamkin, MD, FACP, FACE and published by Demos Medical Publishing. This book was released on 2014-05-28 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Diagnosis Is Myeloma, Now What? is a patient survival guide and essential resource featuring expert advice on how to deal with every aspect of a myeloma diagnosis, from creating your treatment team to choosing treatment options and navigating financial issues. It will: Clarify the path to available treatment options Teach coping skills to patients and those close to them Minimize myeloma's fear and pain Demonstrate the practicality of hope.
Download or read book Multiple Myeloma and Other Plasma Cell Neoplasms written by Meletios A. Dimopoulos and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-02-16 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a comprehensive source of up-to-date information on plasma cell neoplasms. Key features include the provision of new criteria for the diagnosis of symptomatic multiple myeloma requiring treatment and the description of novel therapies for myeloma and other plasma cell neoplasms that have only very recently been licensed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Examples include lenalidomide as first-line therapy, panobinostat in combination with bortezomib plus dexamethasone for relapsed/refractory myeloma, ibrutinib for Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia, and new therapeutic regimens for systemic amyloidosis and POEMS syndrome. Information is also provided on drug combinations that have shown encouraging results and are very near to approval. Other important aspects covered in the book are the role of different imaging modalities in workup and the significance of newly acquired data relating to prognosis and minimal residual disease. Readers will find Multiple Myeloma and Other Plasma Cell Neoplasms to be a rich source of knowledge that will be invaluable in improving patient management.
Download or read book Multiple Myeloma written by Thomas Moehler and published by . This book was released on 2011-04-01 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Multiple Myeloma A New Era of Treatment Strategies written by Klaus Podar and published by Bentham Science Publishers. This book was released on 2012-01-03 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Multiple Myeloma (MM), the second most common blood cancer in adults, is a clonal plasma cell malignancy within the bone marrow characterized by osteolytic bone lesions, renal disease, and immunodeficiency. It is now well established that MM cell- induced"
Download or read book Hematologic Malignancies Multiple Myeloma and Related Plasma Cell Disorders written by Morie A. Gertz and published by Springer. This book was released on 2003-11-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook provides up-to-date and comprehensive treatment of all plasma cell disorders, including both common and rare disorders. All disease aspects from pathogenesis to most recent therapy are covered. The text originates from the Mayo Clinic, the world's most experienced institution in plasma cell disorders. Comprehensive treatise on all plasma cell disorders from the gene level to treatment of emergencies Chapters are uniformly organized for easy data access All authors are important authorities in their field with extensive clinical experience
Download or read book Save Life Amyloidosis Through Multiple Myeloma written by D. M. D. M. S. Vahedifar, Maurice and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2015-08-20 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on activities in multiple myeloma and immunoglobulin light chain (AL) amyloidosis from2011 through current date. The Department Cedars-Sinai Cancer is the primary at clinical practice, teaching and researching multiple myeloma and AL amyloidosis. This book is basically containing information about Amyloidosis Through Multiple Myeloma from all variety approaches to treat AL Amyloidosis, and MM, informs the readers about recent approaches to find the best way possible to treat patients, challenging AL Amyloidosis, and MM and to take active role in improving the lives of those with AL Amyloidosis and Multiple Myeloma.
Download or read book Multiple Myeloma written by Dr Bhratri Bhushan and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-10-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the world of "multiple myeloma." Within the pages of this book, we embark on a journey through the intricate landscape of multiple myeloma-a journey filled with knowledge, compassion, resilience, and hope. Multiple myeloma is a complex hematologic cancer that affects individuals and their families in profound ways. It challenges the mind, body, and spirit, and navigating this terrain requires understanding, support, and unwavering determination. This book is dedicated to those who face multiple myeloma head-on-patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, researchers, and advocates. Our intent in crafting this volume is clear: to provide a comprehensive resource that sheds light on every aspect of multiple myeloma, from its clinical intricacies to the deeply human experiences of those affected by it. We aim to offer clarity amidst complexity, to provide insights into the science and art of myeloma care, and to inspire hope in the hearts of all who read these pages. The journey begins with an exploration of the fundamental aspects of myeloma. We delve into the definition and overview of the disease, unravel its historical background, and illuminate the epidemiology, biology, and genetics that underpin it. We'll also examine potential causes, risk factors, and early symptoms, as understanding the roots of myeloma is crucial in its early detection and management. As we venture deeper into the book, we will navigate the intricate pathways of diagnosis, staging, and treatment, accompanied by an understanding of the common complications and various types of multiple myeloma. We will explore the promising frontiers of research, the role of clinical trials, and the side effects and supportive care necessary for a holistic approach to myeloma care. But this book isn't just about the clinical aspects; it's about the human stories-the individuals who confront myeloma with courage, the caregivers who provide unwavering support, the healthcare providers who dedicate their lives to patient care, and the advocacy groups and resources that foster community and change. Throughout this journey, we will emphasize two crucial pillars in the fight against multiple myeloma: hope and research. These are the guiding lights that illuminate the path toward better treatments, improved quality of life, and, ultimately, a cure. Our hope is that this book serves as a beacon of knowledge, a source of inspiration, and a reminder that, even in the face of formidable challenges, there is always a pathway forward. Whether you are a patient seeking information, a caregiver searching for guidance, a healthcare provider striving to improve care, or simply someone seeking to learn more, we invite you to embark on this journey with us. Together, we can illuminate the pathways in the fight against multiple myeloma, providing light where there is darkness, understanding where there is confusion, and hope where there is despair. Dr. Bhratri Bhushan is a consultant medical oncologist and hematologist. He has a rich academic and research background, having published more than one hundred books on the subjects of oncology and internal medicine. His scholarly contributions have been featured in renowned journals of medical literature. For a comprehensive collection of his works, please visit his AuthorCentral page at www.amazon.com/author/bhratribhushan
Download or read book The Bethesda Handbook of Clinical Hematology written by Griffin P. Rodgers and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2012-03-28 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by clinicians and scientists at the National Institutes of Health and other leading institutions, The Bethesda Handbook of Clinical Hematology, Second Edition is a concise, complete hematology handbook designed for quick bedside consultation. The book covers all hematologic disorders and provides residents, fellows, and practitioners with need-to-know information on pathophysiology, natural history, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. The succinct yet detailed presentation is ideal for board review as well as clinical reference. This thoroughly updated edition includes new information on supportive care and new therapies, including immunomodulatory drugs, growth factors, and epigenetic-acting agents and their role in selected disorders.
