PEG

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PEG
TermPEG
Short definitionPEG - A polymer made by joining ethylene oxide and water molecules in a repeating pattern. PEG can be a liquid or a waxy solid. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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PEG - A polymer made by joining ethylene oxide and water molecules in a repeating pattern. PEG can be a liquid or a waxy solid. In medicine, forms of PEG can be used in ointments, in medicines or substances that extend the body's retention time or in laxatives. Also called polyethylene glycol

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