tissue plasminogen activator
- n a thrombolytic agent (trade name Activase) that causes fibrinolysis at the site of a blood clot; used in treating acute myocardial infarction
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- Experimental drug reduces brain damage, eliminates brain hemorrhaging in rodents afflicted by stroke
( University of Southern California - Health Sciences ) Developed by a team led by USC physician-scientist Berislav V. Zlokovic, the experimental drug 3K3A-APC shows promise as a stand-alone therapy for stroke or in combination with the FDA-approved clot-busting drug therapy tPA (tissue plasminogen activator).
Oct. 25, 2013 - EurekAlert!