Innovations in the Clinical Research of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia: From Targeted Therapies to Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation
A special issue of Current Oncology (ISSN 1718-7729). This special issue belongs to the section "Hematology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 42
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) has undergone remarkable therapeutic advancements in recent decades, transforming it from a fatal disease to a manageable chronic condition for most patients. The introduction of tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) revolutionized CML treatment, yet challenges remain in managing resistance, treatment discontinuation, and disease progression. Allogeneic stem cell transplantation continues to play a crucial role for eligible patients, particularly those with advanced disease or TKI failure.
This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest innovations in CML clinical research, spanning from novel targeted therapies to optimized transplantation approaches. We welcome contributions that explore emerging treatment strategies, mechanisms of resistance, biomarkers for treatment response, and advancements in transplantation techniques. Original research and reviews addressing minimal residual disease monitoring, treatment-free remission strategies, and personalized treatment approaches are particularly encouraged.
This Special Issue will provide a comprehensive overview of current challenges and future directions in CML management, with the goal of improving outcomes for all patient populations.
Dr. Jeffrey H. Lipton
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- chronic myeloid leukemia
- tyrosine kinase inhibitors
- treatment resistance
- allogeneic stem cell transplantation
- stem cell persistence
- treatment-free remission
- targeted therapies
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