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Method for preventing onset of restenosis after angioplasty employing a retinoid

US5798372A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 3, 1997
Grant dateAug 25, 1998
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Expiry dateFeb 3, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P9/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method is provided for preventing or reducing the risk of restenosis following angioplasty by administering a retinoid, such as an RAR-selective retinoid, e.g. the compound of the formula: ##STR1##

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