Method and agent for in-situ stabilization of vascular tissue
AssigneeEndologix, Inc.
InventorsStefan G. Schreck, Kemal Schankereli
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Abstract
A method for stabilizing an extra cellular matrix layer in the vascular system of the body is disclosed herein. The method can comprise placing a vascular catheter adjacent to the extra cellular matrix layer, delivering a solution containing a bioflavonoid to the extra cellular matrix layer with the vascular catheter, and cross-linking protein in the extra cellular matrix layer. The bioflavonoid can be a catechin, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG).
Claims29
A method for stabilizing an extra cellular matrix layer in the vascular system of the body comprising:
- placing a vascular catheter adjacent to the extra cellular matrix layer;
- delivering a solution comprising a bioflavonoid to the extra cellular matrix layer with the vascular catheter;
- and
- cross-linking protein in the extra cellular matrix layer.
A solution for treating an extra cellular matrix layer in situ, comprising a bioflavonoid and a keotropic agent.
A method for reducing hyperplesia after injury of a blood vessel, comprising:
- placing a vascular catheter adjacent to a wall of the blood vessel;
- and
- delivering a solution containing a bioflavonoid to the wall of the blood vessel with the vascular catheter.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.