The present invention is directed to compounds that are analogues of lipid
mediators derived from a fish oil-derived fatty acid, eicosapentaenoic
acid [C20:5 .omega.-3; EPA], but with a longer tissue half-life and
enhanced bioactivity. These analogues may be used to treat inflammatory,
angioproliferative, cardiovascular, thrombophlebotic, vascular, ocular,
dermatologic, neurodegenerative, pulmonary, endocrine, reproductive,
rheumatologic and gastrointestinal diseases.