Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Solid synthetic organic polymer as designated organic active...
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-04
2006-04-04
Page, Thurman K. (Department: 1615)
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Solid synthetic organic polymer as designated organic active...
C424S400000, C424S423000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07022318
ABSTRACT:
Disclosed are methods for treating urinary incontinence in a mammal wherein a composition comprising a biocompatible polymer, a biocompatible solvent, and a contrast agent is delivered to the periurethral tissue of the mammal.
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Greff Richard J.
Wallace George
Joynes Robert M.
Micro Therapeutics Inc.
Page Thurman K.
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