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What is the definition of Richter Syndrome?
Richter syndrome is a rare condition in which chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) changes into a fast-growing type of lymphoma. Symptoms of Richter syndrome can include fever, loss of weight and muscle mass, abdominal pain, and enlargement of the lymph nodes, liver, and spleen. Laboratory results may show anemia and low platelet counts (which can lead to easy bleeding and bruising).
What are the alternative names for Richter Syndrome?
  • Richter syndrome
  • Richter transformation
Who are the top Richter Syndrome Local Doctors?
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Regents Of The University Of California

9400 Campus Point Dr, 
La Jolla, CA 
858-822-6100
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Thomas Kipps is a Hematologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kipps is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), and Leukemia.

Elite in Richter Syndrome
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

520 E 70th St # 3, 
New York, NY 
347-380-6759
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Richard Furman is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Furman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Richter Syndrome, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Furman is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Richter Syndrome
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Modena, IT 

Roberto Marasca practices practicing medicine in Modena, Italy. Mr. Marasca is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Richter Syndrome, Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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What are the latest Richter Syndrome Clinical Trials?
A Phase 2 Study Evaluating the Bispecific CD3xCD20 Antibody GLOfitamab in Combination With Rituximab or Obinutuzumab Plus Cyclophosphamide, Doxorubicin, Vincristine and Prednisone (CHOP) in Patients With RIchter Syndrome as Frontline therapY. A FILO Study
A Phase 2 Study Evaluating the Bispecific CD3xCD20 Antibody GLOfitamab in Combination With Rituximab or Obinutuzumab Plus Cyclophosphamide, Doxorubicin, Vincristine and Prednisone (CHOP) in Patients With RIchter Syndrome as Frontline therapY. A FILO Study
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 30, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2

Summary: This is a national clinical trial, multicentric (28 centers), non-randomized phase 2 study. Population: Patients with previously untreated Richter's syndrome (RS), defined as the occurrence of an aggressive lymphoma (of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma histology) in a patient with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Study treatment: The duration of each cycle is 21 days. Cycle 1: Participants will re...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center