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Toll like receptor (TLR) stimulation for ocular angiogenesis and macular degeneration

US8957035B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 15, 2007
Grant dateFeb 17, 2015
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P43/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Provided are methods and compositions for the treatment or prevention of ocular angiogenesis and neovascularization. Administration of stimulators of the TLR3 and TLR7 receptors, Trif or of IL-10 and IL-12 inhibits ocular angiogenesis. Furthermore, all siRNAs (both targeted and non-targeted) can inhibit ocular angiogenesis.

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