Irrigation solution and methods for inhibition of tumor cell adhesion, pain and inflammation
US6492332B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 11, 2000 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 11, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This invention relates to a method of inhibiting tumor cell adhesion, pain, and inflammation at a wound during a surgical procedure by delivering an irrigation solution containing a tumor cell anti-adhesion agent and a plurality of additional agents to an operative site during the surgical procedure. In addition, methods of inhibiting tumor cell attachment and implantation during a surgical procedure as well as inhibiting tumor metastasis during a surgical procedure are also provided.
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