vascular endothelial growth factor trap

(VAS-kyoo-ler EN-doh-THEE-lee-ul grothe FAK-ter ...) A substance being studied in the treatment of several types of cancer. Vascular endothelial growth factor trap blocks the action of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and may prevent the growth of new blood vessels needed for tumors to grow. It is a type of angiogenesis inhibitor. Also called aflibercept and VEGF Trap.