June 24, 2021

Multiple Myeloma Disparities Among Black Americans

Multiple myeloma (MM) develops from precursor states known as monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS) and smoldering multiple myeloma (SMM). Disparities between Black and white patients exist at all stages of the disease. Black patients exhibit higher prevalence rates and a higher mortality rate. This article reviews the socioeconomic factors, genomic factors, and other factors...

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