Microorganisms for therapy
US7662398B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 27, 2006 |
| Grant date | Feb 16, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 27, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2710/24161
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Therapeutic methods and microorganisms therefor are provided. The microorganisms are designed to accumulate in immunoprivileged tissues and cells, such as in tumors and other proliferating tissue and in inflamed tissues, compared to other tissues, cells and organs, so that they exhibit relatively low toxicity to host organisms. The microorganisms also are designed or modified to result in leaky cell membranes of cells in which they accumulate, resulting in production of antibodies reactive against proteins and other cellular products and also permitting exploitation of proliferating tissues, particularly tumors, to produce selected proteins and other products. Vaccines containing the microorganisms are provided. Combinations of the microorganisms and anti-cancer agents and uses thereof for treating cancer also are provided.
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