Patient-reported symptoms and diagnostic journey in Multiple Myeloma
Rohit Vijjhalwar,
Kaiyang Song,
Roshi Shrestha
et al.
Abstract:IntroductionLate presentation of multiple myeloma (MM) heightens the risk of complication risks, including end-organ damage. This study aimed to: 1) detail the diagnostic journey of MM patients, encompassing symptoms, initial diagnoses, and healthcare professionals met; 2) establish the median duration from symptom onset to MM diagnosis; and 3) examine factors linked to timely MM diagnosis within 12 weeks. MethodsA total of 300 adults self-reporting MM were analysed from the Rare and Undiagnosed Diseases cohor… Show more
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