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Intravascular delivery of nanoparticle compositions and uses thereof

US9061014B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 27, 2012
Grant dateJun 23, 2015
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Expiry dateAug 1, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2025/0089
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides methods of delivering a composition comprising nanoparticles that comprise a macrolide and an albumin by directly injecting the nanoparticle composition into the blood vessel wall or the tissue surrounding the blood vessel wall. The methods can be used for inhibiting negative remodeling or vascular fibrosis in the blood vessel and are useful for treating various diseases.

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