Biodegradable ocular implants
US5164188A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 22, 1989 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A50/30
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Encapsulated agents are employed for introduction into the suprachoroid of an eye for therapeutic purposes. The administration of drugs is controlled and maintained for long periods of time, while ensuring the substantial absence of significant levels outside the site of administration.
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