Bortezomib with lenalidomide and dexamethasone versus lenalidomide and dexamethasone alone in patients with newly diagnosed myeloma without intent for immediate autologous stem-cell transplant (SWOG S0777): a randomised, open-label, phase 3 trial.

Author: AbidiMuneer H, BarlogieBart, DispenzieriAngela, DurieBrian G M, EpsteinJoshua, HoeringAntje, KahanicStephen P, OrlowskiRobert Z, RajkumarS Vincent, ReuFrederic, ReynoldsChristopher M, SextonRachael, ThakuriMohan

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Lenalidomide plus dexamethasone is a reference treatment for patients with newly diagnosed myeloma. The combination of the proteasome inhibitor bortezomib with lenalidomide and dexamethasone has shown significant efficacy in the setting of newly diagnosed myeloma. We aimed to study whether the addit...See full text at original site
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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28017406

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Bortezomib + Lenalidomide + Dexamethasone: A Powerful Trio for Myeloma?

This research explores the world of multiple myeloma (MM), a type of cancer affecting plasma cells in the bone marrow. The study investigates the efficacy of adding the proteasome inhibitor bortezomib to the standard treatment regimen of lenalidomide and dexamethasone for newly diagnosed MM patients who are not candidates for immediate autologous stem-cell transplant. This study is crucial for advancing treatment options for MM and improving patient outcomes.

A Promising Combination: Enhanced Efficacy in MM

The study, conducted by the Southwest Oncology Group (SWOG), revealed that adding bortezomib to lenalidomide and dexamethasone significantly improved progression-free survival and response rates in patients with newly diagnosed MM. This finding suggests that this combination therapy may offer a more effective treatment approach for MM.

Optimizing Myeloma Treatment: Tailoring Therapy for Individual Needs

This study highlights the importance of tailoring treatment regimens to individual patient characteristics and needs. It underscores the need for ongoing research and clinical trials to evaluate the effectiveness of different treatment combinations for MM.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research, like a camel traversing a vast desert in search of a hidden oasis, explores new treatment options for multiple myeloma. The study highlights the potential benefits of combining bortezomib with lenalidomide and dexamethasone, offering hope for improved patient outcomes.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-02-23
  2. Date Revised 2022-04-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

28017406

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

NIHMS839821

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