Method of producing pleurodesis

Details Method of producing pleurodesis Method of producing pleurodesis

1999-10-13

2000-08-15

Henley, III, Raymond

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Designated organic active ingredient containing

Peptide containing doai

A61K 3800

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061036951

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a method of producing a pleurodesis in a mammal, comprising introducing a therapeutically effective dose of a pharmaceutical composition comprising TGF.beta. into the pleural cavity.

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