A Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel, Placebo-Controlled Study of the Efficacy, Safety and Tolerability of Dupilumab in Adult Patients With Active Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Phase: PHASE2
Conditions: Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

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