B Cell Lymphoma
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Ibrutinib linked to hypertension in B-cell malignancies
New or worsening hypertension was also linked with a greater risk of major adverse cardiac events.
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Best treatment approach for early stage follicular lymphoma is unclear
Overall survival rates were similar with different treatment approaches, including watchful waiting.
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Follow-up shows favorable results with acalabrutinib in MCL
The median duration of response exceeded 2 years with acalabrutinib monotherapy.
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Targeted agents vs. chemoimmunotherapy as first-line treatment of CLL
SAN FRANCISCO – Experts debate the role of chemoimmunotherapy as first-line treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
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Decoding biosimilar approvals
SAN FRANCISCO – Regulators must consider several factors when expanding the use of an approved biosimilar from one indication to another, based on...
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German CLLM1 study: 4-year data raise concerns about lenalidomide maintenance
EDINBURGH – Four-year data from the CLLM1 study of lenalidomide maintenance after chemoimmunotherapy for CLL showed improved PFS and EFS versus...
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ICLL-07 trial: MRD-driven strategy yields prolonged survival
EDINBURGH - In the phase 2 ICLL-07 trial, induction with obinutuzumab and ibrutinib followed by an MRD-driven treatment strategy for CLL yielded a...
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GALACTIC CLL trial: Obinutuzumab consolidation helps eradicate MRD
EDINBURGH – Obinutuzumab consolidation after chemoimmunotherapy for B-CLL was highly effective for eradicating MRD within 6 months post...
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ASCT may cure follicular lymphoma for some rituximab-naive patients
A retrospective cohort study suggests that ASCT, if performed promptly, can be curative in patients who have had an early failure of first-line...
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CAR T-cell therapy found safe, effective for HIV-associated lymphoma
Two HIV-positive patients with chemotherapy-refractory, high-grade B-cell lymphoma achieved complete remission with anti-CD19 CAR T-cell therapy,...