Paradoxical poor prognosis of myeloma patients who demonstrate complete healing of bone lesions following treatment

Wulfeck, D.W.; Williams, T.E.

Journal of the Kentucky Medical Association 92(4): 136-139

1994


ISSN/ISBN: 0023-0294
PMID: 8006500
Document Number: 429265
Multiple myeloma is the most common primary malignant bone neoplasm in adults, primarily over the age of 40. The most common radiographic findings include osteopenia, lytic lesions, and pathologic fractures. Although marked bone repair and healing can occur following therapy, this is often, paradoxically, a poor prognostic indicator.

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