Microparticles having a matrix interior useful for ultrasound triggered delivery of drugs into the bloodstream

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10150450

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A microparticle composition is provided for delivery of a pharmaceutical agent by ultrasound triggering. The microparticles have a porous, gas-containing interior polymer matrix and a plurality of cavities in the matrix which contain a gas and the agent. Methods for forming the microparticles and their use in ultrasonic diagnostic imaging and drug delivery are also provided.

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POINT BIOMEDICAL CORPORATIONSAN CARLOS CA

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Kerby, Matthew B Belmont, CA 2 153
Ottoboni, Thomas B Belmont, CA 81 1123
Short, Robert E Los Gatos, CA 27 589

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