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Reducing serious infection in newly diagnosed myeloma patients by antibiotic prophylaxis: results from the TEAMM trial

Serious infection is one of the largest contributors to early mortality in myeloma. The use of antibiotic prophylaxis for newly diagnosed patients starting treatment offers an opportunity to tackle this early complication however the potential for antibiotic resistance, side effects and healthcare associated infections needs to be carefully considered. Last month Prof Mark Drayson, Consultant…