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Methods to inhibit acute radiation-induced skin damage

US5716608A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 6, 1996
Grant dateFeb 10, 1998
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P39/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed are methods for inhibiting acute radiation-induced skin damage during treatment of a patient with ionizing radiation by application of a layer of biocompatible polymer to the skin surface prior to exposure of the surface to ionizing radiation.

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