Prognostic value of pretreatment neutrophil-to-lymphocyte and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratios in multiple myeloma patients treated with thalidomide-based regimen

Neutrophils to lymphocytes ratio (NLR) and platelets to lymphocytes ratio (PLR) are considered as laboratory markers of inflammation. They can be potentially useful in predicting the course of multiple neoplasms including selected hematological cancers. The aim of the study was to assess the value of NLR and PLR in predicting the effects of therapy and prognosis in multiple myeloma patients treated with thalidomide-based regimen. The study group...