Jackie Thomson Author
Subjects of specialization
Affiliation
Multiple myeloma; , Diagnostic criteria;
Medical Division, South African National Blood Service, Johannesburg, South Africa
Medical Division, South African National Blood Service, Johannesburg, South Africa
Review Article Open Access
Author(s): Janin Alant, Roger Pool, Jackie Thomson and Vanessa Moodley
Abstract:
Background and objectives: Multiple myeloma is a complex neoplastic plasma cell disorder which necessitates a high index of suspicion and a rational approach to diagnosis. The diagnosis requires meeting specific criteria, which were revised in 2014 by the International Myeloma Working Group to enable earlier diagnosis and initiation of treatment. The aim of this article is to update medical and laboratory professionals in the approach to the diagnosis and investigation of multiple myeloma, as it is currently defined.
Method: A systematic review was conducted of the latest literature published on multiple myeloma, its diagnosis and investigation and its associated complications.
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