| abstract |
This invention provides novel compounds which prevent or block a FVIIa mediated or associated process or event such as the catalytic conversion of FX to FXa, FVII to FVIIa or FIX to FIXa. In particular aspects, the compounds o f the invention bind Factor VIIa (FVIIa), its zymogen Factor VII (FVII) and/or block the association of FVII or FVIIa with a peptide compound of the presen t invention. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprisin g the novel compounds as well as their use in diagnostic, therapeutic, and prophylactic methods. |