What factors indicate smoldering multiple myeloma (SMM) will progress to active myeloma?

In this week’s video, Dr. Brian G.M. Durie discusses how these factors-M-protein spike, the percentage of bone marrow plasma cells, and the serum free light ratio-help determine if SMM will advance to active myeloma.
The BOTTOM LINE: Refer to the “Updated risk stratification model for smoldering multiple myeloma (SMM) incorporating the revised IMWG diagnostic criteria” as presented at ASCO 2019 to learn more.
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