Repair and regeneration of renal tissue using human umbilical cord tissue-derived cells
US8034329B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 3, 2008 |
| Grant date | Oct 11, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 19, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K35/12
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods for treating a patient having a disease or damage to at least one kidney are provided. The methods comprise administering cells obtained from human umbilical cord tissue, or administering pharmaceutical compositions comprising such cells or prepared from such cells. When administered, the cells promote and support the repair and regeneration of the diseased or damaged kidney tissue in the patient. Pharmaceutical compositions for use in the inventive methods, as well as kits for practicing the methods are also provided.
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