Treatment horizon in multiple myeloma

Eur J Haematol. 2022 Nov;109(5):425-440. doi: 10.1111/ejh.13840. Epub 2022 Sep 18.

Abstract

Objectives: This paper reviews current and emerging therapies for multiple myeloma (MM).

Methods: Narrative review.

Results: MM is a complex, heterogenous condition, and in recent years there has been an expansion in the number and range of treatments. Several new treatment approaches, including enhanced monoclonal antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, bispecific T-cell engagers, and chimeric antigen-T-cell therapy are under development.

Conclusions: The emergence of new treatments that aim to tackle MM-associated immune dysfunction has led to improvements in overall survival.

Keywords: ADC; BiTE; CAR-T; celmod; immunotherapy; melflufen; monoclonal antibody; multiple myeloma; selinexor; venetoclax.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Immunoconjugates* / therapeutic use
  • Immunotherapy
  • Immunotherapy, Adoptive
  • Multiple Myeloma* / drug therapy
  • Multiple Myeloma* / therapy

Substances

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal
  • Immunoconjugates