Particulate radiopaque contrast agent for diagnostic imaging and microvascular characterization
US6203778A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 8, 1998 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S977/928
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The properties of a tissue extracellular space, particularly the microvascular component of that space can be characterized by the use of x-ray diagnostic modalities in conjunction with particulate contrast agents. The present invention provides a method for characterizing a property of a tissue extravascular space utilizing radiopaque particulate contrast. Moreover, the present invention provides a novel class of particulate agents suitable for use in conjunction with the methods provided herein.
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