

What are the Controversies Surrounding MRD in Blood Cancers?
Apr 25, 2024
Alan Skarbnik, MD, and Manni Mohyuddin, MBBS, discuss measurable residual disease (MRD) in blood cancers, highlighting controversies, implications of MRD negativity, harmonizing MRD thresholds, and testing MRD technology in trials. They explore the challenges in achieving and maintaining MRD negativity for long-term disease control, individualized approaches based on disease specifics, and the importance of overall survival benefits in chronic diseases like CLL.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Casual Haircut Banter to Professional Introductions and Medical Focus
01:58 • 2min
Navigating the Complexities of Minimal Residual Disease in Blood Cancers
03:32 • 18min
Debating the Use of PFS vs. Overall Survival in Blood Cancer Trials
21:15 • 2min
Understanding Overall Survival Benefits in Chronic Diseases
22:53 • 6min
Exploring Prognostic and Surrogate Markers in MRD Analysis
28:50 • 12min