Enhanced soft tissue flap survival in reconstructive surgery
US4599340A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 7, 1985 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 7, 2005 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P9/08
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for reducing soft tissue flap necrosis in a patient undergoing reconstructive surgery is disclosed. The method comprises administering to such patient an effective amount of a calcium channel blocking drug or a pharmaceutically acceptable non-toxic salt thereof to reduce said necrosis of said flap. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions suitable for use in reducing soft tissue flap necrosis.
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