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CT53518

 A substance being studied in the treatment of some types of cancer. It may stop cancer cell growth by blocking certain enzymes and by preventing the growth of new blood vessels needed for tumors to grow. It is a type of tyrosine kinase inhibitor. Also called tandutinib and MLN518.

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