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Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor (G-CSF) with Risk Adapted Plerixafor Use to Reduce Engraftment Syndrome in Patients Undergoing Autologous Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation for Multiple Myeloma or Lymphoma

Trial Status: active

This phase II trial tests how well giving granulocyte colony stimulating factor (G-CSF) with or without plerixafor works to prevent engraftment syndrome in patients undergoing autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) for multiple myeloma or lymphoma. Colony-stimulating factors, such as G-CSF and plerixafor, may increase the production of blood cells and help move stem cells from the bone marrow to the blood. The stem cells can then be collected, stored, and given back to the patient. They can also contribute to engraftment syndrome which is an inflammatory condition that occurs in patients undergoing HSCT. It is characterized by symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, rash, and swelling during the white blood cell recovery process. Giving G-CSF and limiting the use of plerixafor may lower the risk of engraftment syndrome for patients undergoing HSCT for multiple myeloma or lymphoma.