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10-022 - Method and apparatus for delivery into the fetal trachea

Researchers

Edmund Y. Yang

Summary

This invention discloses a method and apparatus for using polymerizable hydrogels to cause tracheal obstruction (TO) for treatment of pulmonary hypoplasia disorders to improve lung development in-utero. Use of the compound can cause effective TO for the purposes of inducing lung growth.

Intellectual Property Status

  • U.S. patent pending