title: [Monoclonal gammopathies of undetermined significance - update for referring physicians].
abstract: Monoclonal gammopathies of undetermined significance (MGUS) are frequently diagnosed in the global population. Because of its possible transformation into a hematological malignancy, the identification of a MGUS requires a regular and generally long follow-up. However, this risk of transformation differs between the individuals and different laboratory criteria have been identified as predictive factors for progression and were combined in scoring systems that allow correct classification of individuals. The management of these patients needs to be adapted according to the calculated risk profile.
authors: J
authors: J
authors: Caers
authors: M
authors: M
authors: Binsfeld
authors: J
authors: J
authors: Muller
authors: R
authors: R
authors: Heusschen
authors: Y
authors: Y
authors: Beguin
mesh_terms: D000465:Algorithms; D006801:Humans; D008998:Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance / Q000175:diagnosis*; D012017:Referral and Consultation