Device and method for treating ophthalmic diseases
US6436427B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 9, 2001 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 9, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K9/0051
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention provides a method for delivering biologically active molecules to the eye by implanting biocompatible capsules containing a cellular source of the biologically active molecule. Also provided is a method of treating ophthalmic diseases using biocompatible capsules.
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