Multiple Myeloma

Panelists discuss how specific biomarkers, such as GPRC5D expression levels, and clinical features, influence their decision to initiate GPRC5D bispecific therapies in multiple myeloma patients.

Samantha Shenoy, NP, MSN, presents the case of a patient with multiple myeloma and the panel discusses adverse event management practices.

Panelists discuss how collaborative care settings for multiple myeloma patients often lead to improved outcomes compared to non-collaborative approaches, citing factors such as access to specialized expertise, coordinated treatment plans, and comprehensive patient support.

Data support the addition of daratumumab to standard lenalidomide maintenance in patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma following transplant.

Treatment with durcabtagene autoleucel meets the primary end point of a phase 2 study in relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma.

Data from a phase 1b/2 trial show that sonrotoclax/dexamethasone appears to be well tolerated in a heavily pretreated multiple myeloma population.

Thomas G. Martin, MD, discussed the advantages of quadruplet therapy for multiple myeloma in light of an FDA approval for Isa-VRd in this indication.

Panelists discuss how streamlining the referral process for multiple myeloma patients can significantly reduce treatment initiation.

Panelists discuss how effective collaboration, care coordination, and communication between academic and community physicians are crucial for ensuring seamless transitions and high-quality care for patients with multiple myeloma.

The panel provides an overview of REMS programs for bispecific therapies in multiple myeloma and discusses how institutions can educate healthcare professionals outside of oncology.

Experts on multiple myeloma discuss prophylactic supportive measures to prevent CRS and ICANS in patients who receive GPRC5D therapy.

Noopur Raje, MD, discusses the role of T-cell affinity in bispecific therapy for patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma and how it impacts treatment practices.

The panel discusses the benefits of having multiple BCMA-targeting bispecifics available for patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma.

Nearly all patients in the per-protocol population of the MIDAS study achieved a very good partial response or better following study treatment.

Phase 3 data support a daratumumab-based quadruplet as a new potential regimen in transplant-ineligible newly diagnosed multiple myeloma.

Panelists discuss how patient selection for GPRC5D-targeted therapies in the relapsed/refractory setting is guided by factors such as prior treatment history, including the number and types of previous therapies, with special consideration given to patients who have exhausted other options or shown resistance to earlier lines of treatment.

Panelists discuss how certain patient subgroups, such as those with high-risk cytogenetics or extramedullary disease, may experience different outcomes with GPRC5D bispecific therapies, though more data is needed to draw definitive conclusions about subgroup-specific responses.

Adding bortezomib to Isa-Rd triplet therapy enhanced MRD-negative responses in patients with transplant-ineligible multiple myeloma.

Isatuximab plus VRd triplet therapy did not significantly increase toxicity in patients with transplant-ineligible multiple myeloma in the IMROZ trial.

Isatuximab quadruplet therapy for patients with multiple myeloma prolonged progression-free survival when compared with VRd triplet therapy.

Investigators anticipate launching the dose-expansion portion of the phase 1 HDP-101-01 trial in 2025.

Samantha Shenoy, NP, MSN, suggests that support groups may help comfort patients experiencing adverse effects negatively impacting quality of life.

A nurse practitioner discussed how her role plays a vital part in patient care for those undergoing talquetamab treatment for multiple myeloma.

James R. Berenson, MD, describes ongoing efforts to evaluate treatment with JAK inhibitors like ruxolitinib among patients with multiple myeloma.

Samantha Shenoy, NP, MSN, emphasized educating patients with multiple myeloma to help prepare them for potential taste alterations after talquetamab.