Auditory nerve protection and re-growth
US7700111B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 16, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 20, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36038
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to compositions and methods for the protection and restoration of hearing. In particular, the present invention relates to treatments to facilitate the protection and re-growth of the auditory nerve. The present invention further provides methods of preventing hair cell loss and the accompanying loss in hearing. The present invention thus provides novel interventions for a variety of hearing impairments.
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