Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Solid synthetic organic polymer as designated organic active...
Reexamination Certificate
2005-04-12
2005-04-12
Page, Thurman K. (Department: 1615)
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Solid synthetic organic polymer as designated organic active...
C424S422000, C424S423000, C424S426000, C424S430000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06878369
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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