CSF3 and infection: Previous studies in lymphoma have suggested that the use of G-CSF results in less granulocyte suppression, less infection and hospitalisation, possibly allowing a higher dose intensity with improved response rates and with significant economic benefits (Pettengell et al, 1992; Gerhartz et al, 1993; Bertini et al, 1994; Zagonel et al, 1994; Niitsu and Umeda, 1995; Silvestri et al, 1995).