Radioactive glass microspheres

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1988-08-18

1991-04-30

Maples, John S.

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Radionuclide or intended radionuclide containing; adjuvant...

252645, 128654, 501 33, 600 3, A61K 4300, A61N 500, C03C 1200

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050116770

ABSTRACT:
A radioactive microsphere for radiation therapy of a mammal comprising a biologically compatible glass material containing a beta or gamma emitting radioisotope distributed substantially uniformly throughout the glass. Advantageously, the radioisotope is produced by irradiation of the microsphere.

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