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Carbon monoxide improves outcomes in tissue and organ transplants and suppresses apoptosis

US7238469B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 21, 2002
Grant dateJul 3, 2007
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Expiry dateJun 21, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P43/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention features methods for transplanting organs, tissues and individual cells. Also featured are methods for maintaining cells in vitro and for enhancing survival and/or function of cells following transplantation. The methods include the administration of carbon monoxide in an amount sufficient to enhance cell survival and/or function.

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