Friday, April 27, 2007

UPDATE 1-U.S. denies patent extension for Medicines Co drug

(Reuters) - The company said it disagrees with the decision by the United States Patent and Trademark Office not to extend the patent beyond 2010 and will seek a review.

Angiomax, a synthetic form of an anticlotting compound found in the saliva of leeches, is used to prevent blood clots in patients undergoing coronary angioplasty procedures.


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