Methods for vas-occlusive contraception and reversal thereof
US10155063B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 11, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 18, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 11, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2430/36
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed are methods of delivering an agent to the lumen of the vas deferens under guidance of ultrasound imaging. The methods include vas-occlusive contraception in which the vas deferens is non-surgically isolated and an occlusive substance is percutaneously administered into the lumen of the vas deferens under ultrasound. Also disclosed are methods of reversal of vas-occlusive contraception and methods of delivering an agent to the lumen of the vas deferens. Also disclosed are compositions for use in the methods of the invention.
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