Patent Application for Contrast Agents in Diagnostic Imaging
Summary
The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083864A1) for a new class of compounds intended for use as contrast agents in diagnostic imaging, including computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The application details specific compound formulas, metal chelates, and preparation methods.
What changed
This document is a published patent application from the USPTO detailing a new class of compounds designed for use as contrast agents in diagnostic imaging, specifically computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The application, identified as US20260083864A1, describes compounds of general formula (I), their metal chelates (including Gd3+ complexes), methods of preparation, and their application in diagnostic imaging.
While patent applications are not regulations, they represent potential future innovations that could impact the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. Companies involved in diagnostic imaging, drug development, and medical device manufacturing should be aware of this filing as it may indicate emerging technologies or competitive intellectual property in the field. No immediate compliance actions are required, but monitoring patent landscapes is crucial for strategic planning and R&D.
Source document (simplified)
CONTRAST AGENTS FOR USE IN DIAGNOSTIC COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY IMAGING
Application US20260083864A1 Kind: A1 Mar 26, 2026
Inventors
Thomas BRUMBY, Jessica LOHRKE, Simon Anthony HERBERT, Thomas FRENZEL, Gregor JOST, Hubertus PIETSCH, Markus BERGER
Abstract
The present invention relates to a new class of compounds of general formula (I), to the metal chelates with a metal ion suitable for computed tomography thereof, to the Gd3+ chelate complexes thereof, to methods of preparing said compounds, and to the use of said compounds as contrast agents in diagnostic imaging, such as in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT).
CPC Classifications
A61K 49/108 A61K 49/0002 A61K 49/04
Filing Date
2023-09-08
Application No.
19109780
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