Patents Assigned to Malliner Laboratories Inc.
  • Use of transparent membranes made of hydrogel polymers as a cover for various organs during surgery
    Patent number: 4777943
    Abstract: The object of this invention is to use a variety of thin membranes, 1.0 to 2.0 mm thick made of any hydrogel polymer, as a temporary cover on organs exposed to air during surgery. The membranes are characterized by a high water content in excess of 85 weight percent, unique biocompatibility, transparency and pliability. These characteristics prevent drying of the organ surface and reduce bacterial contamination of the exposed tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 1984
    Date of Patent: October 18, 1988
    Assignee: Malliner Laboratories Inc.
    Inventor: Milos Chvapil