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    FU-LV

    An abbreviation for a chemotherapy combination used to treat colorectal cancer. It is also used with radiation therapy to treat esophageal cancer and stomach cancer. It includes the drugs fluorouracil and leucovorin calcium. Also called 5FU/LV and FU-LV regimen. (NCI Dictionary)




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