Abstract:
The present disclosure provides endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) catheter systems having multiple ports and sensors configured to determine the location of the catheter's and/or guidewire's distal end as well as optional one or more magnetic bending aids, configured to aim a guidewire to the desired duct location. Further provided is a guidewire having a magnetic end and optional sensing elements. Also provided are methods of using the catheters and/or guidewires in ERCP procedures.
Abstract:
A method of treating a TNF Alpha associated medical condition selected from the group consisting of obesity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes and a liver disease or disorder is provided. The method comprising enterally administering to a subject in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of plant cells expressing a TNF Alpha polypeptide inhibitor, thereby treating the TNF Alpha associated medical condition.