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.