Keratinocyte Growth Factor at Medical Drugs Glossary

What is Keratinocyte Growth Factor? KGF. A substance that stimulates the growth of epithelial cells that line the surface of the mouth and intestinal tract. There are several forms of KGF. Recombinant human KGF (rHuKGF) is being studied in the prevention of graft-versus-host disease (GVHD)

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