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    Glossary5-Fluorouracil

    chemotherapy drug that inhibits cancer cell DNA synthesis

    5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) is a chemotherapy medication used to treat various types of cancer, including colon, breast, and skin cancers. It works by interfering with the DNA and RNA synthesis of cancer cells, preventing them from growing and dividing.

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