The Efficacy of Allogenic Mesenchymal Stem Cells Derived Exosomes in Osteoarthritis Patients

Status: Recruiting
Location: See location...
Intervention Type: Biological
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

Present research focuses on the potential of exosomes, which are small vesicles secreted by mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), as a therapeutic approach for osteoarthritis (OA). OA is a degenerative joint disorder characterized by the destruction of cartilage and loss of extracellular matrix. It's associated with pro-inflammatory cytokines and increased expression of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) and a disintegrin and metalloproteinase with thrombospondin motifs (ADAMTS). MSCs have been explored as a new treatment for OA over the last decade1. It's suggested that the paracrine secretion of trophic factors, in which exosomes play a crucial role, contributes to the mechanism of MSC-based treatment of OA. Exosomes derived from MSCs may suppress OA development. They carry bioactive molecules of the parental cells, including non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) and proteins and anti-inflammatory factors. These exosomes have shown a significant impact on the modulation of various physiological behaviors of cells in the joint cavity. This research provides hope for developing more effective and predictable methods of using MSC-derived exosomes for OA treatment.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 45
Maximum Age: 75
Healthy Volunteers: f
View:

• Chronic history (for at least 3 months) of knee joint pain

• Body mass index (BMI) between 21.5 and 29.5

• Radiographically documented knee osteoarthritis of grades 1 to 3 (Kellgren-Lawrence (K-L) radiographic classification scale)

Locations
Other Locations
Islamic Republic of Iran
Leila Dehghani
RECRUITING
Isfahan
Contact Information
Primary
Leila Dehghani, Dr
l_dehghani2002@yahoo.com
36202020
Backup
Masoud Soleimani, Prof
a70.leiladehghani@gmail.com
03136202020
Time Frame
Start Date: 2024-01-01
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-12-25
Participants
Target number of participants: 20
Treatments
Experimental: Treatment
Patients with moderate to severe osteoarthritis, Kellgren-Lawrence grade 2,3 in both knees; accompanied by mild to moderate pain and swelling are included.
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Isfahan University of Medical Sciences

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