Promising Therapeutic Strategies for Hematologic Malignancies: Innovations and Potential

Molecules. 2024 Sep 9;29(17):4280. doi: 10.3390/molecules29174280.

Abstract

In this review we explore innovative approaches in the treatment of hematologic cancers by combining various therapeutic modalities. We discuss the synergistic potential of combining inhibitors targeting different cellular pathways with immunotherapies, molecular therapies, and hormonal therapies. Examples include combining PI3K inhibitors with proteasome inhibitors, NF-κB inhibitors with immunotherapy checkpoint inhibitors, and neddylation inhibitors with therapies targeting the tumor microenvironment. Additionally, we discuss the potential use of small molecules and peptide inhibitors in hematologic cancer treatment. These multidimensional therapeutic combinations present promising strategies for enhancing treatment efficacy and overcoming resistance mechanisms. However, further clinical research is required to validate their effectiveness and safety profiles in hematologic cancer patients.

Keywords: NF-κB inhibitors; PI3K inhibitors; hematologic cancers; immunotherapy checkpoint inhibitors; innovative approaches; neddylation inhibitors; proteasome inhibitors; small molecules; synergistic potential; therapeutic modalities.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Antineoplastic Agents / pharmacology
  • Antineoplastic Agents / therapeutic use
  • Hematologic Neoplasms* / drug therapy
  • Humans
  • Immunotherapy / methods
  • Molecular Targeted Therapy
  • Proteasome Inhibitors / pharmacology
  • Proteasome Inhibitors / therapeutic use
  • Tumor Microenvironment / drug effects

Substances

  • Proteasome Inhibitors
  • Antineoplastic Agents

Grants and funding

The APC was funded by Molecules (MDPI, Basel).