Microspheres for active embolization
US8741351B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 13, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 3, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/2982
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to injectable compositions comprising biocompatible, swellable, substantially hydrophilic, non-toxic and substantially spherical polymeric material carriers which are capable of efficiently delivering bioactive therapeutic factor(s) for use in embolization drug therapy. The present invention further relates to methods of embolization gene therapy, particularly for the treatment of angiogenic and non-angiogenic-dependent diseases, using the injectable compositions.
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