Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Designated organic active ingredient containing – Nitrogen containing other than solely as a nitrogen in an...
Reexamination Certificate
2006-05-02
2006-05-02
Fay, Zohreh (Department: 1614)
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Designated organic active ingredient containing
Nitrogen containing other than solely as a nitrogen in an...
C514S652000, C514S912000, C424S427000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07037943
ABSTRACT:
A method for treating or preventing retinal pathology or injury. The method locates and secures a retinal stimulating substance in the eye between the internal limiting membrane and the retina, which is the target site for the substance. The substance may be an implant that provides electrical stimulation to adjacent ganglion and neurofiber cells. Alternatively, the substance may be a pharmaceutical substance to stimulate the retina. In addition to providing direct contact of the substance with its target, the method obviates the need for artificial structures such as tacks or adhesives which may cause retinal bleeding or traction.
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Margalit, et al.: “Bioadhesives for Intraoc
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