The present invention relates generally to methods and compositions for targeting
and delivering solid-phase platelet-dependent vascular occlusion agents. In particular,
particles or coils or stents coated with platelet binding agents are directed to
target vasculature, such as the vasculature of solid tumor masses or AV-malformations
or aneurysms or endoleaks; the solid-phase agent then binds and activates platelets,
which in turn bind and activate other platelets. This process results in the rapid
formation of a platelet-mediated thrombus about the solid-phase agent causing vessel occlusion.