Methods for improving central nervous system functioning

Details Methods for improving central nervous system functioning Methods for improving central nervous system functioning

2000-10-27

2010-10-12

Falk, Anne-Marie (Department: 1632)

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Whole live micro-organism, cell, or virus containing

C424S093700

Reexamination Certificate

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ABSTRACT:
Methods of causing an improvement in central nervous system function are provided. The methods include administering an aliquot of stem cells to the patient, the cells being derived from blood, e.g., umbilical cord blood. In some cases a growth factor is administered with the cells.

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