A Phase 3, Randomized, Open-Label, Active-Controlled Study of ALXN1210 Versus Eculizumab in Adult Patients With Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) Currently Treated With Eculizumab
Phase: PHASE3
Conditions: Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)
Sponsor: Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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