CEPHEUS Highlights Efficacious, Safe Regimen for Transplant‑Ineligible/Deferred Multiple Myeloma

Cancer research · Multiple myeloma

Recent advancements in multiple myeloma treatment highlight the efficacy of daratumumab combined with VRd, showcasing improved outcomes and tolerability.

The phase 3 CEPHEUS trial demonstrates that adding subcutaneous daratumumab to the standard VRd backbone yields superior depth of response, minimal residual disease–negative rates, and improved progression‑free survival in transplant‑ineligible or transplant‑deferred newly diagnosed multiple myeloma patients, providing a well‑tolerated, effective first‑line option for a patient population traditionally lacking robust therapeutic alternatives.

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