Fumed silica embolic compositions

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APP PUB NO 20050025707A1
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10789436

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This invention is directed to compositions for embolizing vascular sites. The compositions described herein comprise fumed silica as a rheological modifier. The fumed silica imparts high viscosity to the compositions under static conditions but allows the compositions to flow readily under shear conditions. This invention is also directed to methods for treatment of aneurysms, arteriovenous fistulae, arteriovenous malformations, tumors, and other vascular diseases using the compositions described herein. Other uses are disclosed as well. Kits of parts including those compositions and devices which can deliver these composition are also described.

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MICRO THERAPEUTICS INCIRVINE CA

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Greff, Richard J St. Pete Beach, FL 118 9314
Patterson, William R Irvine, CA 78 4098
Rosen, Meyer R East Norwich, NY 10 165
Slee, Earl Laguna Beach, CA 11 835
Whalen, Thomas J II Encinitas, CA 8 59

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