Method of augmenting soft tissue in mammals

Details Method of augmenting soft tissue in mammals Method of augmenting soft tissue in mammals

1996-03-08

1998-01-27

Tsang, Cecilia J.

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Designated organic active ingredient containing

Peptide containing doai

424423, 424424, A61K 3800, A61K 200

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ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a method of augmenting soft tissue in a mammal which includes injecting keratin into the soft tissue. The method of the present invention may be used to treat incontinence and vesicoureteral reflux.

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