Metalloporphyrin derivatives, nanoparticles comprising the same, and use thereof for photodynamic therapy
US8425879B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 14, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P35/00
- WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Nanovectors are disclosed that make it possible to simultaneously target, image, and treat cancerous cells using photodynamic therapy. Also disclosed are novel molecules (I) derived from porphyrins, silica-based nanoparticles comprising the same, and their use in photodynamic therapy.
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