In a nutshell This study looked at the effectiveness and safety of chemotherapy with bendamustine (Treanda) combined with rituximab (Rituxan) treatment in patients with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The authors concluded this combination of treatments is an effective and safe treatment for patients with relapsed CLL. Some...
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The effectiveness of methylprednisolone and rituximab treatment for advanced stage CLL
In a nutshell This study looked at the effectiveness and safety of high dose steroid treatment with methylprednisolone (Medrol) combined with rituximab (Rituxan) for late stage chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The authors concluded this combination of treatments is more effective than methylprednisolone treatment alone, but that there are serious...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed the current treatment options for chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Some background Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a common form of leukemia in Western countries. Treatment options for CLL depend on the stage of the disease (the severity) and the overall health and fitness of the patient. Patients with...
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