Case Challenge

Clinical Management of a 59-Year-Old Male Patient With Multiple Myeloma and Renal Dysfunction

Source: Novel Approaches in Frontline Multiple Myeloma Therapy: Understanding the Options and Implications for Transplantation

Clinical Management of a 59-Year-Old Male Patient With Multiple Myeloma and Renal Dysfunction


Faculty:

Jean-Luc Harousseau, MD
  • Jean-Luc Harousseau, MD

CME CREDIT INFORMATION

Release Date: 08/13/08

Expiration Date: 08/12/09


Physicians: maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

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Begin the Case Challenge

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Describe induction treatment options prior to autologous stem cell transplantation
  • Discuss first-line treatment options for patients with renal insufficiency
  • Relate the effective management of bortezomib-induced peripheral neuropathy
  • Summarize options for therapy for multiple myeloma patients following autologous stem cell transplantation

Test your ability to make optimal treatment decisions using patient histories and diagnostic information and see the case unfold according to your choices. Compare your answers with your peers and our expert faculty’s recommendations, and then review the supporting data.
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