Abstract: Liposomes which comprise sphingomyelin in the lipid bilayer. The liposomes are configured to cross the blood-brain barrier for the treatment of neuro-degenerative diseases and spinal cord injuries. The liposomes are essentially free of ganglioside. A method of producing liposomes is also disclosed along with use of liposome as a medicament.
Abstract: An improved medical instrument with a releasable lock interposed between the handles of the medical instrument to hold the jaws in closed position to grip an object. The lock has at least one flexible finger and a plurality of movable sleeves that allow one hand operation to selectively lock and release the jaws without substantial lateral displacement of the object. A plurality of locking stops is provided so that the jaws may be held closed at a variety to tensions, to accommodate a variety of objects.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 1, 1997
Date of Patent:
March 2, 1999
Assignee:
Innomedica
Inventors:
Thomas J. Noll, Daryl Kiefer, Michael C. Chappuis, Robert C. Collins
Abstract: An improved medical instrument with a releasable lock interposed between the handles of the needle holder to hold the jaws in closed position to grip an object. The lock has flexible fingers and a plurality of movable sleeves that allow one hand operation to selectively lock and release the jaws without substantial lateral displacement of the object. A plurality of locking stops is provided so that the jaws may be held closed at a variety to tensions, to accommodate a variety of objects.