Use of Allograft Adipose Matrix for Small Joint Arthritis of the Hand

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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The purpose the research is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of injection of adipose allograft matrix (AAM) to the small joints of the hand for treatment of early stage osteoarthritis. The hypothesis is that use of AAM injected directly into the joint will show improvements in pain and disability while providing a safe, off-the-shelf alternative which can obviate the need for, and risks associated with, current treatment options with autologous fat transfer. As standard of care, routine strength, pain scale scores (VAS) and range of motion will be recorded, a baseline disability survey (DASH score) will also be administered. After these have all been recorded and administered in a separate visit the patient will undergo the lipofilling procedure. The subject population will include patients over the age of 18 who present with joint pain of the hand with radiographic evidence of osteoarthritis.

Detailed Description
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The investigators central hypothesis is that use of AAM injected directly into the joint will show improvements in pain and disability while providing a safe, off-the-shelf alternative which can obviate the need for, and risks associated with, current treatment options. The overall aim of the project is to validate the clinical use of AAM for the treatment of early-stage osteoarthritis of the hand in adult patients (>18 years of age). The specific aims for this project are: To determine the safety of use of Leneva as a lipofilling alternative to autologous fat grafting for arthritis of the hand a. To determine safety, the investigators will evaluate for any adverse reactions to the injection at each of the follow up time-points To determine the efficacy of the technique as measured by clinical outcomes in terms of pain, disability, range of motion and strength a. To determine efficacy, the investigators will measure visual analogue pain scale scores as measures by visual analogue scale, disability scores as measured with DASH scores, and standardized range of motion and strengths scores as measured by the same study administrator at each of the follow up time points To determine patient satisfaction with the procedure a. To determine patient satisfaction, the investigators will administer a survey at each of the follow up time points

Official Title
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Use of Allograft Adipose Matrix for Small Joint Arthritis of the Hand

Conditions
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Osteoarthritis Hand

Intervention / Treatment
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* Drug: local anaesthetic injection
* Procedure: Human Adipose Allograft


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Patients greater than 18 years, with presentation to the Cedars Sinai hand clinic for joint pain of the hand carpometacarpal, interphalangeal, proximal interphalangeal, and distal interphalangeal joints (CMC, IP, PIP or DIP joints). Radiographic evidence of osteoarthritis. Exclusion Criteria: Prior intervention for the presenting joint (either in the form of cortisone or hyaluronic acid injection or surgery). Rheumatoid or other inflammatory arthritis condition Collagen vascular disease Pregnancy or breast-feeding Congestive heart failure Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Chronic renal failure Those who had medication or oral supplements for the previous 4 weeks that could prolong bleeding time (e.g.; Aspirin, Plavix).

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 18 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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All

Accepts Healthy Volunteers
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Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Plan
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How is the study designed?
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Design Details

Primary Purpose: Treatment
Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment
Masking: None (Open Label)


Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Other: Adipose Allograft Matrix (AAM)<br>Using fluoroscopic guidance (X-ray), a needle will be injected into the joint space. 1 cc of Leneva (adipose allograft matrix, MTF Biologics) will be injected into the joint. | Drug: local anaesthetic injection<br>* Subcutaneous local anesthesia with 1% lidocaine without epinephrine is administered to the skin overlying the joint.<br>* Other names: Lidocaine;Procedure: Human Adipose Allograft<br>* Light axial traction of the digit is used to open the joint space when introducing the 18-gauge needle. Fluoroscopy is used to assist with visualization 1 cc of Leneva is injected into the CMC joint and 0.5 cc in the IP, PIP and DIP joints. The puncture is dressed with a band-aid and coban wrap, which will be worn for 48 hours. Return to work and normal use of the hand is recommended at 48 hours. No narcotics are prescribed.<br>* Other names: Leneva;|

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Range of Motion | Measured with a standardized goniometer | Pre-procedure | 
| Range of Motion | Measured with a standardized goniometer | 6 weeks | 
| Range of Motion | Measured with a standardized goniometer | 6 month | 
| Range of Motion | Measured with a standardized goniometer | 12 months | 
| Strength Measures | Strength to grip, key pinch and tip pinch, as measured by Jamar dynamometer device) | Pre-procedure | 
| Strength Measures | Strength to grip, key pinch and tip pinch (as measured by Jamar dynamometer device) | 6 weeks | 
| Strength Measures | Strength to grip, key pinch and tip pinch (as measured by Jamar dynamometer device) | 6 months | 
| Strength Measures | Strength to grip, key pinch and tip pinch (as measured by Jamar dynamometer device) | 12 months | 
| Pain scale scores | Measured using the visual analogue scale (VAS) scored 0 (no pain=better outcome) to 10 (worst pain=worse outcome) | Pre-procedure | 
| Pain scale scores | Measured using the visual analogue scale (VAS) scored 0 (no pain=better outcome) to 10 (worst pain=worse outcome) | 6 weeks | 
| Pain scale scores | Measured using the visual analogue scale (VAS) scored 0 (no pain=better outcome) to 10 (worst pain=worse outcome) | 6 months | 
| Pain scale scores | Measured using the visual analogue scale (VAS) scored 0 (no pain=better outcome) to 10 (worst pain=worse outcome) | 12 months | 
| Disability Measurement | DASH (Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) score The DASH is a 30-item self-reported questionnaire in which the response options are presented as 5-point Likert scales. Scores range from 0 (no disability) to 100 (most severe disability). This score was designed be useful in patients with any musculoskeletal disorder of the upper limb. | Pre-procedure | 
| Disability Measurement | DASH (Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) score The DASH is a 30-item self-reported questionnaire in which the response options are presented as 5-point Likert scales. Scores range from 0 (no disability) to 100 (most severe disability). This score was designed be useful in patients with any musculoskeletal disorder of the upper limb. | 6 weeks | 
| Disability Measurement | DASH (Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) score The DASH is a 30-item self-reported questionnaire in which the response options are presented as 5-point Likert scales. Scores range from 0 (no disability) to 100 (most severe disability). This score was designed be useful in patients with any musculoskeletal disorder of the upper limb. | 6 months | 
| Disability Measurement | DASH (Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) score The DASH is a 30-item self-reported questionnaire in which the response options are presented as 5-point Likert scales. Scores range from 0 (no disability) to 100 (most severe disability). This score was designed be useful in patients with any musculoskeletal disorder of the upper limb. | 12 months | 
| Patient satisfaction | Five-point Likert scale (from 1 strong disagree to 5 strongly agree) for the following two survey points: Satisfaction of patient with the procedure and would the patient recommend this procedure to others. | Day of procedure | 
| Patient satisfaction | Five-point Likert scale (from 1 strong disagree to 5 strongly agree)  for the following two survey points: Satisfaction of patient with the procedure and would the patient recommend this procedure to others. | 6 weeks | 
| Patient satisfaction | Five-point Likert scale (from 1 strong disagree to 5 strongly agree) for the following two survey points: Satisfaction of patient with the procedure and would the patient recommend this procedure to others. | 6 months | 
| Patient satisfaction | Five-point Likert scale (from 1 strong disagree to 5 strongly agree) for the following two survey points: Satisfaction of patient with the procedure and would the patient recommend this procedure to others. | 12 months | 

Secondary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
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| Incidence of Adverse Events | Recording of adverse events | 0-12 months |