METHODS OF TREATMENT WITH SYK INHIBITORS

摘要

The present invention provides novel compositions and methods for inhibiting restenosis, thrombosis, and/or inflammation in a patient undergoing a vascular intervention. More particularly, the present invention provides intravascular devices coated with one or more spleen tyrosine kinase (Syk) inhibitors. Methods for inhibiting restenosis, thrombosis, and/or inflammation in a patient by treatment with such intravascular devices are also provided. In addition, the present invention provides methods for treating sickle cell disease using Syk inhibitors.