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Methods of controlling magnetic nanoparticles to improve vascular flow

US8529428B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 31, 2012
Grant dateSep 10, 2013
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S977/909
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Some embodiments provide a system for external manipulation of magnetic nanoparticles in vasculature using a remotely placed magnetic field-generating stator. In one aspect, the systems and methods relate to the control of magnetic nanoparticles in a fluid medium using permanent magnet-based or electromagnetic field-generating stator sources. Such a system can be useful for increasing the diffusion of therapeutic agents in a fluid medium, such as a human circulatory system, which can result in substantial clearance of fluid obstructions, such as vascular occlusions, in a circulatory system resulting in increased blood flow.

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