(Bacterio)chlorophyll photosensitizers for treatment of eye diseases and disorders
US9452172B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 23, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 23, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/0659
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An ophthalmic composition is provided, comprising chlorophyll or bacteriochlorophyll compounds for photodynamic treatment (PDT) of diseases, disorders and conditions associated with corneal or scleral anomalies, such as corneal thinning and scleral stretching.
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