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Method of using metaloporphyrins for treatment of arteriosclerotic lesions

  • US 20030235531A1
  • Filed: 08/08/2002
  • Published: 12/25/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/21/2002
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of screening and treatment of arteriosclerotic disease, said method comprising the steps of:

  • introducing a complexed compound to a patient for cell uptake of the compound, the compound comprising a first portion which includes a photosensitive component, and a second portion comprising a radioactive marker;

    conducting tomographic scanning of the patient to determine whether targeted cells in the patient have demonstrated an affinity for the photosensitive compound thereby indicating the presence of plaque buildup; and

    conducting radiation therapy by the second portion of the compound which results in selective ionizing radiation exposure.

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