ALL RIC Trial

I had a look and the ALL RIC trial includes:

• cyclophosphamide – a chemotherapy drug
• alemtuzumab – a targeted drug
• radiotherapy to the whole body (total body irradiation or TBI)

I had something similar for my first Allo SCT but had Total Lymphoid Irradiation (Radiotherapy) and yes it was less harmful it did not work.

Hi Stars and moons,

I had a reduced intensity conditioning allo (following an auto SCT three months prior - called a tandem transplant). It was a fairly unusual treatment for myeloma at the time and I am 5 years post transplant now so it is currently working out well for me, but there were periods post transplant where I was very poorly due to GvHD and massively regretted my decision to go for it. I think the best you can do is get as much information about why the medical teams think this might be a good idea for you, weigh up all the pros and cons for you as an individual, and then make the decision that feels right for you. There is no right or wrong answer in this, I would just advise to take as much time as you can to understand as much as you can, and then try to have confidence in whatever decision you decide to go for.

Here’s hoping that everything works out really well.

Greg

Thanks Greg. This is a new trial so I might not even get on it. I will spk to my consultant and try get more info.