Patent ID: 7459142
Filing Date: 2008-12-02
Classification: A61K,A61L,A61P

Abstract:
1. A method for embolizing a vascular site, said method comprising: (a) selecting an embolic composition comprising a cyanoacrylate prepolymer and/or partially reacted monomers and oligomers thereof; a biocompatible contrast agent, in an amount capable of being monitored during injection; and a thickening agent which is a polyacrylate polymer, wherein the viscosity of said composition prior to injection is at least about 150 centistokes at 40° C.; (b) transferring the embolic composition to a delivery catheter having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the distal end of the delivery catheter is positioned at the vascular site to be embolized; and (c) injecting the embolic composition into said vascular site in sufficient amounts to embolize said vascular site.