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Abstract
Background: Philadelphia chromosome-negative myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) result from clonal proliferation of hematopoietic stem cells, and include polycythemia vera (PV), essential thrombocythemia (ET) and primary myelofibrosis (PMF). Key driver mutations in the JAK2, CALR, and MPL genes are important for diagnosis and differentiation of triple-negative cases. The MPL gene, particularly exon 10, harbors mutation hotspots influencing pathogenesis and prognosis.
Research designand methods: Thisstudy presents two cases of atypical MPLmutations in MPN-patients and investigates the prevalence ofnon-canonical MPLmutationsin the literature.
Results: Wereport two MPN cases with non-canonical MPLmutations (S204P and W515R) detected by next-generation sequencing.We also conducted a systematic review of the PubMed database,identifying 68 cases of non-W515L/K MPLmutations. A total of 86 mutations were identified, comprised of 32unique non-canonical mutations. W515R/S/A were the most frequent(31%), followed by V501A/M (15%) and S505N/C (13%). 59% of patientshad ET, 24% PMF and 13% post-ET/PV MF. Most mutations (71%) occurredin exon 10. 26% harbored concurrent JAK2,CALR andMPLmutations.
Conclusions: Ourfindings highlight the importance of non-canonical mutations indiagnosis of MPN to prevent misclassification and improve patientmanagement. Understanding these mutations could lead to more tailoredtreatments and better outcomes in MPN patients.
期刊介绍:
Advanced molecular research techniques have transformed hematology in recent years. With improved understanding of hematologic diseases, we now have the opportunity to research and evaluate new biological therapies, new drugs and drug combinations, new treatment schedules and novel approaches including stem cell transplantation. We can also expect proteomics, molecular genetics and biomarker research to facilitate new diagnostic approaches and the identification of appropriate therapies. Further advances in our knowledge regarding the formation and function of blood cells and blood-forming tissues should ensue, and it will be a major challenge for hematologists to adopt these new paradigms and develop integrated strategies to define the best possible patient care. Expert Review of Hematology (1747-4086) puts these advances in context and explores how they will translate directly into clinical practice.