CYC116

Definition / meaning of CYC116

A substance being studied in the treatment of some types of cancer. It blocks certain enzymes involved in cell division and may kill cancer cells. It may also prevent the growth of new blood vessels that tumors need to grow. It is a type of protein kinase inhibitor and a type of antiangiogenesis agent.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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