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Haematologica 2003 - Supplements

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explore higher doses of zoledronic acid for patients with myeloma.<br />

These studies suggest the possibility that in the near future that<br />

bisphosphonates may not only be used to reduce skeletal<br />

complications but also treat the underlying myeloma itself.<br />

P9.4<br />

OPTIMIZING TREATMENT FOR ANEMIA<br />

Heinz Ludwig<br />

Department of Medicine and Medical Oncology, Wilhelminenspital,<br />

Vienna, Austria<br />

Anemia is a frequent complication of myeloma and a negative<br />

prognostic factor. In several studies up to 60% of patients<br />

presented with hemoglobin

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