Vol 52, No 4 (2021)
Review article
Published online: 2021-08-31
The importance of cytogenetic and molecular aberrations in multiple myeloma
Acta Haematol Pol 2021;52(4):361-370.
Abstract
Multiple myeloma (MM) is a heterogeneous clonal malignancy of plasma cells characterized by cytogenetic and molecular abnormalities. Chromosomal abnormalities are present at diagnosis and can evolve during the progression of MM. Metaphase karyotyping and fluorescence in situ hybridization are considered the standard diagnostic procedures performed in clinical practice. These test results are required to determine the Revised International Staging System classification, treatment algorithms, and short- and long-term prognoses.
Given the dynamic development of cytogenetic and molecular research, we should expect further progress in better understanding the biology of MM and changes to patient care in the coming years.
Keywords: cytogenetic abnormalitiesmultiple myelomaprognosisrisk classifications
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