Intraperative, intravascular and endoscopic tumor and lesion detection and therapy with monovalent antibody fragments
US5716595A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 22, 1994 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2014 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K2123/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods are provided for close-range intraoperative, endoscopic and intravascular detection and treatment of lesions, including tumors and non-malignant lesions. The methods use agents labeled with isotopic and non-isotopic agents. Also provided are methods for detection and treatment of lesions with photodynamic agents and methods of treating lesions with a protein conjugated to an agent capable of being activated to emit Anger electron or other ionizing radiation. Compositions and kits useful in the above methods are also provided.
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