Controversies in smoldering multiple myeloma: finding the optimal approach for treatment initiation.

Oncologist

Department of Medicine I, Center for Oncology, Hematology with Outpatient Department, and Palliative Care, Clinic Ottakring, 1160 Vienna, Austria.

Published: October 2024

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