The efficacy observation of thalidomide pins melphalan and VAD regimen in the treatment of multiple myeloma / 白血病·淋巴瘤

ABSTRACT

Objective To evaluate the efficacy and adverse effects of thalidomide plus melphalan and VAD regimen in the treatment of multiple myeloma(MM). Methods 24 patients in the treatment group were treated with thalidomide plus melphalan and VAD regimen. Two continuous treatment were considered valuable. Observational content included results of serum myeloma protein; liver and renal function; protein-uria of 24-hours; bone marrow and peripheral blood and soon. The side reactions were recorded. The clinical efficacy evaluation was divided into complete response(CR), partial respouse(PR), none response(NR). Results 13 cases in the treatment group achieved CR, 6 cases achieved PR, 5 cases no change, 19 cases achieved overall response. Conclusion The prominent clinical efficacy was achieved with thalidomide plus melphalan and VAD regimen in multiple myeloma. The clinical manifestation was improved significantly.