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Modified Factor VII

US6039944A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 5, 1995
Grant dateMar 21, 2000
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Expiry dateJun 5, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K38/4846
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The catalytic active site of Factor VII is modified to produce a compound which effectively interrupts the blood coagulation cascade. The modifications render Factor VIIa substantially unable to activate plasma Factors X or IX. Pharmaceutical compositions of the modified Factor VII are used to treat a variety of coagulation-related disorders.

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