• ASCT

  • Nov 12 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 19 mins
  • Podcast

  • Summary

  • In this episode of Myeloma Matters, you’ll learn about autologous stem cell transplantation and why it is considered the standard of care for eligible newly diagnosed patients. You’ll hear from four patients who have undergone the procedure—sometimes even twice.

    Topics of discussion:

    (22:45) Stem cell transplantation as a treatment option

    (28:30) What type of support is needed before and after a transplant?

    (40:05) Potential long-term complications from a transplant

    (43:40) Fertility issues when diagnosed at a young age

    (45:24) Potential concerns when considering a transplant

    (50:15) Concerns about the risk of secondary cancers from maintenance therapy

    (57:57) Advice to those considering a transplant

    (1:07:04) Can a transplant be saved for relapse?

    This episode is supported by Adaptive, Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, GSK, and Janssen.

    To learn more about autologous stem cell transplantation, download the Multiple Myeloma: Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation information sheet here.

    To learn more about multiple myeloma, visit www.themmrf.org.

    Stay up to date on the MMRF’s FREE programs and resources at the MMRF Education Hub.

    If you have additional questions, call our MMRF Patient Navigation Center at 1-888-841- 6673.

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