Management of patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma who are eligible for autologous stem cell transplantation: position statement of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Group of Myeloma Australia

The survival of newly diagnosed patients with multiple myeloma has improved significantly over the past 20 years with significant therapeutic advances. Despite this, high‐dose chemotherapy followed by autologous stem cell transplantation remains the standard of care in newly diagnosed patients who are considered transplant eligible. Here, we summarise the recommendations of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Group of Myeloma Australia for patients considered suitable for high‐dose chemotherapy and autologous stem cell transplantation as part of the initial therapy.