Rockefeller University Hospital 1230 York Ave, New York, NY 10065
Education:
Harvard University(1968)
Dr. Jan L Breslow, New York NY - MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Specialties:
Pediatrics
Address:
ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY 1230 York Ave SUITE 179, New York 10065 (212) 327-7700 (Phone), (212) 327-7165 (Fax)
Certifications:
Pediatrics, 1973
Awards:
Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:
English
Education:
Medical School Harvard Medical School Graduated: 1968 Childrens Hospital
Jan Leslie Breslow, New York NY
Specialties:
Pediatrician
Address:
1230 York Ave, New York, NY 10065
Education:
Harvard Medical School - Doctor of Medicine
Board certifications:
American Board of Pediatrics Certification in Pediatrics
Method For Selective Reduction Of Lp(A)
US Patent:
5272166, Dec 21, 1993
Filed:
Mar 2, 1992
Appl. No.:
7/844903
Inventors:
Jan L. Breslow - Scarsdale NY Dov Gavish - New York NY
Assignee:
The Rockefeller University - New York NY
International Classification:
A61K 31415, A61K 31195, A61K 3119, A61K 31095
US Classification:
514390
Abstract:
The present invention relates to methods and corresponding agents for lowering plasma Lp(a) levels by the administration of agents that reduce Lp(a) and selectively separate therefrom the apo(a) component and/or prevent Lp(a) formation. Suitable agents include sulfhydryl reducers, such as N-acetylcysteine. The present method and agents may be administered alone or in conjunction with other therapy for the lowering of LDL cholesterol.