(thioguanine) n. a drug that prevents the growth of cancer cells (see antimetabolite) and is used in the treatment of leukaemias. It commonly reduces the numbers of white blood cells and platelets. Other side-effects include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and jaundice.
TIPSS (transjugular intrahepatic porto-systemic shunt) see portal hypertension.
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