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Sequential single-agent obatoclax mesylate (GX15–070MS) followed by combination with rituximab in patients with previously untreated follicular lymphoma

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Pages 2932-2934 | Received 18 Sep 2013, Accepted 27 Feb 2014, Published online: 22 Apr 2014

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