Myeloma

Studies from A. Doyle and colleagues reveal new findings on myeloma

Published in Cancer Weekly, February 17th, 2009

Investigators publish new data in the report 'Multiple myeloma in chronic kidney disease. Utility of discretionary screening using serum electrophoresis.' "The incidence of multiple myeloma (MM) has increased in Scotland over the last 20 years. Approximately 25% of cases present directly to renal services," researchers in Glasgow, the United Kingdom report.

"Serum electrophoresis is commonly included in the diagnostic screening tests performed in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). We examined the utility of serum electrophoresis in the population presenting to renal outpatient services in Glasgow. All new patient attendances at general nephrology clinics in the...

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Source: Cancer Weekly (2009-02-17)

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