Patents Assigned to University of Virginia Alumnia Patents Foundation
  • Use of adenosine, hypoxanthine and ribose-containing solution for improved protection of the heart during surgery
    Patent number: 4880783
    Abstract: The invention relates to an improved cardioplegic solution for reducing ischemic damage to the heart during operations and/or transplantation. The invented solution contains adenosine, hypoxanthine and ribose in addition to the electrolytes contained in standard cardioplegic solutions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 1988
    Date of Patent: November 14, 1989
    Assignee: University of Virginia Alumnia Patents Foundation
    Inventors: Robert M. Mentzer, Jr., Stephen W. Ely, Robert D. Lasley, Robert M. Berne