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Biologic scaffold for prevention of pulmonary fibrosis

US9084722B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 4, 2009
Grant dateJul 21, 2015
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Expiry dateJun 26, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2202/064
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Provided herein are methods of preventing, lessening or treating pulmonary fibrosis in a subject. The methods comprise delivering an amount of a powdered extracellular matrix (ECM)-derived material to the respiratory system of the subject effective to prevent, lessen or treat pulmonary fibrosis in a subject. Also provided is an apparatus for delivering the powdered ECM-derived material to a subject.

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