The GMMG HD7 Trial of Isa-VRd vs VRd in Transplant-Eligible NDMM

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An expert reviews data from the ongoing GMMG HD7 (German) trial investigating isatuximab in combination with bortezomib, lenalidomide and dexamethasone (Isa-VRd) versus VRd in the treatment of transplant-eligible newly diagnosed multiple myeloma.

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