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Composition and method for treating glaucoma

US6369116B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 23, 1998
Grant dateApr 9, 2002
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Expiry dateDec 23, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P29/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Implants and methods are provided for modulating wound healing and controlling infection to improve the success of glaucoma filtration surgery. Formulations of one or more therapeutically active agents and a biodegradable polymer provide a substantially constant rate of release for an extended period of time.

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