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Method of treating androgen-dependent disorders

US6710037B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 1, 2002
Grant dateMar 23, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 1, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2710/10343
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Novel methods of treating subjects afflicted with an androgen-dependent disorder, such as prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia are disclosed. Specifically, methods of treating androgen-dependent disorders by introducing a polypeptide or a polynucleotide encoding the polypeptide, which enhances inactivation of active androgens, are described.

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