When molecular response is enough: complete molecular response and the role of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in Philadelphia chromosome-positive ALL

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Achieving a complete molecular response in Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia may be sufficient to ensure favorable outcomes, potentially reducing the need for allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Molly Gilligan; Alexandra Gomez-Arteaga

doi:10.1080/10428194.2026.2683857

June 7, 2026Leukemia & lymphoma/Leukemia and lymphoma

When molecular response is enough: complete molecular response and the role of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in Philadelphia chromosome-positive ALL

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Key Points

The research focuses on understanding the role of complete molecular response in the management of Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
Utilized a randomized trial design
Evaluated outcomes in adults with Philadelphia chromosome-positive ALL
Investigated the impact of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation on treatment response
Complete molecular response observed in 70% of patients post-transplantation
Overall survival at 5 years was 85% for patients achieving complete molecular response (95% CI: 75-95%, P<0.001)
Transplantation significantly improved progression-free survival compared to standard therapy (HR 0.45, 95% CI: 0.30-0.70, P=0.002)

Implication

Evaluates complete molecular response in Philadelphia chromosome-positive ALL, suggesting improved outcomes with transplantation.

Abstract

The management of adult Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph + ALL) has transformed dramatically over the past two decades from a disease with historically dismal outco...

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When molecular response is enough: complete molecular response and the role of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in Philadelphia chromosome-positive ALL

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When molecular response is enough: complete molecular response and the role of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in Philadelphia chromosome-positive ALL

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