Pediatric hematological malignancies represent a critical area of research due to their significant impact on child health and survival rates. Recent advancements in molecular methods have revolutionized the diagnosis and treatment of these malignancies, enabling the identification of unique expression profiles and genetic abnormalities. Despite these advancements, challenges remain, particularly in the development of targeted therapies that can effectively block specific proteins and pathways involved in cancer progression. Current studies have made strides in understanding the molecular biology of these diseases, genetic predispositions, and mechanisms of drug resistance, yet there is a pressing need for further investigation to translate these findings into effective precision treatments. This ongoing research is crucial for improving outcomes and developing novel therapeutic strategies for pediatric patients.
This research topic aims to explore the latest progress in the diagnosis and therapy of pediatric hematological malignancies, with a particular focus on precision medicine. The main objectives include identifying genetic abnormalities, understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying these diseases, and developing targeted therapies. We seek to answer critical questions such as how genetic predispositions influence disease progression and how novel therapies can overcome drug resistance. By addressing these questions, we hope to advance the field and improve treatment outcomes for children with hematological malignancies.
To gather further insights into the diagnosis and therapy of pediatric hematological malignancies, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Advances in molecular diagnostics and their clinical applications
• Genetic predispositions and their role in disease progression
• Mechanisms of drug resistance in pediatric hematological malignancies
• Development and clinical trials of novel targeted therapies
• Precision medicine approaches in pediatric oncology
• Case studies and clinical outcomes of innovative treatment strategies
• Ethical considerations in pediatric cancer treatment and research.
This Research Topic is Volume II of the article collection. The previous volume, which has attracted over 8K views and 1K downloads, can be found here: Diagnosis and Therapy Pediatric Hematological Malignancies - Recent Progress.
Keywords:
hematological malignancies, chidlren, diagnosis, target therapy
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
Pediatric hematological malignancies represent a critical area of research due to their significant impact on child health and survival rates. Recent advancements in molecular methods have revolutionized the diagnosis and treatment of these malignancies, enabling the identification of unique expression profiles and genetic abnormalities. Despite these advancements, challenges remain, particularly in the development of targeted therapies that can effectively block specific proteins and pathways involved in cancer progression. Current studies have made strides in understanding the molecular biology of these diseases, genetic predispositions, and mechanisms of drug resistance, yet there is a pressing need for further investigation to translate these findings into effective precision treatments. This ongoing research is crucial for improving outcomes and developing novel therapeutic strategies for pediatric patients.
This research topic aims to explore the latest progress in the diagnosis and therapy of pediatric hematological malignancies, with a particular focus on precision medicine. The main objectives include identifying genetic abnormalities, understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying these diseases, and developing targeted therapies. We seek to answer critical questions such as how genetic predispositions influence disease progression and how novel therapies can overcome drug resistance. By addressing these questions, we hope to advance the field and improve treatment outcomes for children with hematological malignancies.
To gather further insights into the diagnosis and therapy of pediatric hematological malignancies, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Advances in molecular diagnostics and their clinical applications
• Genetic predispositions and their role in disease progression
• Mechanisms of drug resistance in pediatric hematological malignancies
• Development and clinical trials of novel targeted therapies
• Precision medicine approaches in pediatric oncology
• Case studies and clinical outcomes of innovative treatment strategies
• Ethical considerations in pediatric cancer treatment and research.
This Research Topic is Volume II of the article collection. The previous volume, which has attracted over 8K views and 1K downloads, can be found here:
Diagnosis and Therapy Pediatric Hematological Malignancies - Recent Progress.
Keywords:
hematological malignancies, chidlren, diagnosis, target therapy
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.