Arthroscopic irrigation solution and method for peripheral vasoconstriction and inhibition of pain and inflammation
US7973068B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 1, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P29/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method and solution for perioperatively inhibiting a variety of pain and inflammation processes during arthroscopic procedures. The solution preferably includes a vasoconstrictor that exhibits alpha-adrenergic activity and one or more additional pain and inflammation inhibitory agents at dilute concentration in a physiologic carrier, such as saline or lactated Ringer's solution. The solution is applied by continuous irrigation of a wound during a surgical procedure for peripheral vasoconstriction and inhibition of pain and/or inflammation while avoiding undesirable side effects associated with systemic application of larger doses of the agents.
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