Embolization using carbon coated microparticles
US6355275B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 23, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 12, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 23, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2430/36
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Described are methods of embolization using an embolizing agent composition that includes microparticles with carbon surfaces, and comprising a contrast agent. Preferred microparticles include a permanently radiopaque particle substrate and a pyrolytic carbon surface.
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