Targeted triplet therapies incorporating FLT3 or IDH inhibitors: ready for prime time?

Combination therapies in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) are an area of current investigation due to the potential of overcoming resistance by targeting multiple pathways simultaneously. Triplet therapies combining hypomethylating agents, venetoclax, and targeted inhibitors are emerging as a promising therapy for older patients with AML unfit for intensive chemotherapy. These regimens have predominantly been studied in FLT3- and IDH1/2-mutated AML with attainment of high rates of measurable residual disease-negative composite remissions. Notably, patients with FLT3-internal tandem duplication and IDH1-mutated AML appear to garner a significant benefit from combination treatment due to poor duration of response to hypomethylating agents/venetoclax alone. While effective, the need to remain on indefinite therapy for individuals who are not stem cell transplant candidates and dose optimization/de-escalation strategies remain critical concerns. Herein, we aim to review the current treatment landscape of newly diagnosed and relapsed/refractory FLT3- and IDH1/2-mutated AML and the role of triplet regimens in these molecular subgroups.