Many Gram-positive bacteria such as are significant pathogens of both animals and humans. Reliable detection of hemolytic activity is a cornerstone for diagnosis of the pathogenic properties of these bacteria.
Here an improved diagnostic test that enables reliable detection of pathogenic Gram-positive bacteria by enhancing hemolytic zones on blood agar plates is presented.
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The present invention generally applies to the fixation of hollow organs such as the stomach or the baldder to an outer structure, e.g. to the abdominal wall. The main field of application is in particular the percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) sonde.
PEG-sondes are applied by various techniques, especially by the so-called pull-through and the direct punctation (or push) technique. The latter is predominantly applied, when a stenosis of the upper gastrointestinal tract by a tumor prohibits oral access due to the consumption of space, but also due to the fact that the pull-through method is discussed in the literature to cause inoculation metastasis.
Commercial Opportunities
On behalf of the RWTH Aachen University, PROvendis is seeking for interested companies for cooperation and/or licensing.
Current Status
A prototype has been built for demonstration. We are happy to inform you about the patent status.
Competitive Advantages
Laminar fixation
Only one puncture
Low risk of infection
Low risk of bleeding
Time- and cost-saving
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