The Cavitron Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator is a unique modality for precise tissue removal which results in increased visibility, reduced bleeding, and shorter operating time when dealing with vascular lesions or organs.
Mutations in the gene for the enzymes superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1) or copper zinc superoxide dismutase have been found in approximately 15-20 percent of the familial cases of ALS. Some quick math shows, then, that approximately 1 to 2 percent of all cases of ALS involve this particular gene mutation.
ALD is caused by an abnormality in the ABCD1 gene located on the X chromosome. This gene abnormality leads to the production of an abnormal ALDP protein in a part of the cell called the peroxisome, and is responsible for breaking down very long chain fatty acids.