IDH1/2 Mutations in Cancer: Unifying Insights and Unlocking Therapeutic Potential for Chondrosarcoma

Chondrosarcomas, a rare form of bone sarcomas with multiple subtypes, pose a pressing clinical challenge for patients with advanced or metastatic disease. The lack of US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved medications underscores the urgent need for further research and development in this area. Patients and their families face challenges as there are no systemic therapeutic options available with substantial effectiveness. A significant number (50–80%) of chondrosarcomas have a mutation in the isocitrate dehydrogenase (IDH) genes. This review focuses on IDH-mediated pathogenesis and recent pharmacological advances with novel IDH inhibitors, explores their potential therapeutic value, and proposes potential future avenues for clinical trials combining IDH inhibitors with other systemic agents for chondrosarcomas.