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Gene expression responses reflecting 5-FU-induced toxicity: Comparison between patient colon tissue and 3D human colon organoids
29 Sept 2022
Abstract excerpt
Capecitabine is a chemotherapeutic drug that is widely used as a monotherapy option in advanced cancer patients. After administration, it is converted into its active metabolite 5-fluorouracil (5-FU), a cytotoxic compound that may also induce adverse side effects in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Although these side effects can interfere with the continuation of the chemotherapy, diagnostic tools to detect...
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