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Echogenic polymer microcapsules and nanocapsules and methods for production and use thereof

US7897141B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 1, 2002
Grant dateMar 1, 2011
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Expiry dateJun 5, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N29/046
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods for producing echogenic polymer microcapsules and nanocapsules for use in diagnostic imaging and delivery of bioactive compounds as well as targeted imaging and delivery to selected tissues and cells are provided. Compositions containing these echogenic polymer microcapsules and nanocapsules for use in diagnostic imaging and delivery of bioactive agents are also provided.

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