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Idelalisib given front-line for treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia causes frequent immune-mediated hepatotoxicity

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Idelalisib as upfront therapy for CLL caused an early hepatotoxicity in a subset of primarily younger patients with IGHV-mutated disease.

Multiple lines of evidence suggest that this adverse effect is immune mediated, perhaps through inhibition of regulatory T cells.

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wroxham-gb

Photo so clear. Great.

Not so sure about Idealisib.

Sue

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mnmnewtons

Excellent! I am on Zydelig and need to know what to look for

Thanks

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