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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Use of Estimates and Purchase of Rights to Future Milestones and Royalties (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
Purchase of Rights to Future Milestones and Royalties |  |
Impairment of long-term royalty receivable | $ 0.0 | $ 0.0

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