Publications by authors named "Gaurav C Parikh"
Article Synopsis
- Approximately 20% of multiple myeloma patients experience renal failure at diagnosis, with some deemed ineligible for autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (auto-HSCT) due to potential treatment-related risks.
- A study of 46 patients undergoing auto-HSCT revealed a 75% overall response rate, with 22% achieving complete remission and 53% partial remission; however, there were notable adverse effects, including cardiac issues and pulmonary edema.
- There was a significant renal function improvement in 32% of patients, and survival rates after 3 years showed 36% progression-free survival and 64% overall survival, indicating that auto-HSCT can be beneficial for patients with multiple myeloma and renal