Monoclonal Antibodies in Multiple Myeloma

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Keith Stewart, MB, ChB from Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, discusses the use of monoclonal antibodies for treatment in multiple myeloma.

Keith Stewart, MB, ChB from Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, discusses the use of monoclonal antibodies for treatment in multiple myeloma.

The two monoclonal antibodies currently approved for treatment in patients with multiple myeloma are elotuzumab and daratumumab. While infusion reactions can occur with these treatments, there are pre-medications recommended. Additionally, most reactions are not usually experienced beyond the first infusion.

To learn more about these treatments, watch Safety of Monoclonal Antibodies in Myeloma.

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