Should myeloma patients undergo genetic testing to determine their best treatment options? (https://www.myeloma.org/videos/should-myeloma-patients-undergo-genetic-testing-determine-their-best-treatment-options)

In this week’s video, Dr. Brian G.M. Durie explains why genetic sequencing tests are not yet precise enough to use for choosing myeloma therapies.

BOTTOM LINE:
We may be able to specify myeloma treatments based on genetic subtypes in the future, but not quite yet!

 

 

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Image of Dr. Brian G.M. DurieDr. Brian G.M. Durie (1942-2025) was the co-founder of the IMF. He was a Professor of Medicine, Hematologist/Oncologist, and Honoree MD at the University of Brussels.

 


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