endothelin receptor antagonist

Definition / meaning of endothelin receptor antagonist

A drug that blocks the hormone endothelin and may prevent prostate cancer from spreading to the bones. It may also prevent the growth and spread of other types of cancer, including colorectal cancer.

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

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