Chemopreventive Potential of Oltipraz on BOP-Induced Ductal Pancreatic Carcinoma Development in Syrian Hamsters (1993)

Title:

Chemopreventive Potential of Oltipraz on BOP-Induced Ductal Pancreatic Carcinoma Development in Syrian Hamsters

Key words:

oltipraz, sulfur, antioxidant

Research Institution:

Medical College of Pennsylvania

Location:

Pennsylvania

Researcher:

Bruce A Ruggeri

Project Description:

Dr. Ruggeri studied the ability of oltipraz, a sulfur containing antioxidant similar to the anti-cancer agents found in cruciferous vegetables, to inhibit the development of abnormal and cancer lesions in the pancreas.

Cancer Site(s)

Pancreas

Related Foods that Fight Cancer

Squash

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