Second Malignant Neoplasms (SMN) in Myeloma Patients Post Stem Cell Transplant (SCT)

Introduction: Recent developments in management of patients with myeloma have resulted in longer survival. Availability of newer class of agents for treatment has prolonged survival, improved quality of life and achieved better disease control. Use of SCT, either autologous (AutoSCT) and to a lesser extent allogeneic (AlloSCT) still forms an important aspect of myeloma treatment pathway. Improved survivorship mandates evaluation of long term consequences and risk of SMN is one of the most important long-term consequences affecting overall outcome.