HGSI – Every data point including side effects and dropout rates weren't in their favor.
The SVR rate is essentially the only metric that matters here; the relative tolerability of Albuferon vs Pegasys is subsumed within the respective ITT SVR rates.
Either way look for Albuferon to be a commercial flop.
It will need some creative marketing or a very aggressive price to gain significant traction.
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