FOLFOX at Medical Drugs Glossary
What is FOLFOX? An abbreviation for a type of combination chemotherapy that is used to treat colorectal cancer. It includes fluorouracil, leucovorin, and oxaliplatin.Medical Term & Definition Added By: Marissa
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