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Provenge approved for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer - ONA

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Dendreon announced the approval of Provenge (sipuleucel-T suspension for intravenous infusion) for the treatment of asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic metastatic, castrate-resistant (hormone-refractory) prostate cancer (CRPC).

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Tags: Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer Medication, Prostate, Men's Health, Provenge

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