Publications by authors named "Hikari Konuma"

A 81-year-old female was diagnosed with symptomatic multiple myeloma (MM; IgG κ type, D&S: IIB, ISS: 2) in August 2017. Although treatment with lenalidomide and dexamethasone was started, she developed deep venous thrombosis in the lower extremities as a complication; therefore, the treatment was changed to DBd. In February 2018, she required hospitalization due to general weakness and altered consciousness.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Hikari Konuma"

  • - Hikari Konuma's recent research primarily focuses on complex cases of refractory multiple myeloma, particularly in elderly patients with severe complications.
  • - One notable study details the case of an 81-year-old woman who experienced impaired consciousness and hyperammonemia associated with leukoencephalopathy while undergoing treatment for symptomatic multiple myeloma.
  • - The findings emphasize the need for careful monitoring and management of treatment complications in patients with multiple myeloma, highlighting the potential for severe neurological effects in this population.