The Impact of Social Determinants of Health on Selection of Multiple Myeloma Patients for Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation and Treatment Outcomes: A Retrospective Single Institution Study

Key Points

• Social determinants of health significantly impact treatment outcomes in multiple myeloma patients.
• Findings demonstrate that patients with disadvantaged backgrounds faced poorer outcomes post-transplantation.
• Retrospective single institution study analyzed factors influencing selection for autologous stem cell transplantation.
• Emphasizing health equity is essential for improving treatment access and efficacy in diverse populations.