Multiple myeloma

Multiple myeloma (also known simply as myeloma or plasma cell myeloma, or as Kahler's disease after Otto Kahler) is a presently incurable hematological malignancy of plasma cells, the cells of the immune system that produce antibodies. Although it initially develops in the bone marrow, it spreads to the peripheral blood, lymph nodes and other organs. Its prognosis despite therapy is generally poor, and treatment may involve chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant.

Related Topics:
Otto Kahler - Hematological malignancy - Plasma cell - Immune system - Antibodies - Bone marrow - Lymph node - Chemotherapy - Bone marrow transplant

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