Single Biggest Cancer Dictionary in the World
What is PTK787/ZK 222584?
Pronunciation: /ptk* ˈsɛvən ˈhənərd ənd eighty-seven* zk* tu ˈhənərd ənd tˈwɛntiˌtu ˈθaʊzənd, faɪv ˈhənərd ənd eighty-four*/
PTK787/ZK 222584
Definition
A substance that is being studied in the treatment of cancer. It belongs to the families of drugs called protein tyrosine kinase inhibitors and VEGF receptor kinase inhibitors. Also called vatalanib.