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ACL - Anterior Cruciate Ligament RuptureBioACLRCTNCT03294759

Bio ACL Reconstruction Amnion Collagen Matrix Wrap and Stem Cells

A study testing Bio ACL in people with ACL - Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture, run by Andrews Research & Education Foundation at 1 site in United States.

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Trial summary

Collagen based -membrane derived from amniotic tissue can be used to help reestablish the natural synovial lining of the reconstructed ACL, in effect acting as both a barrier from the synovial fluid and as a scaffold to contain autologous mesenchymal stem cells and growth factors contiguous with the graft, thus aiding… Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 45 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
ACL - Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture
What is being tested?
Bio ACL
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
40 participants
Where
1 siteUnited States
Study dates
6 Sep 2017to 6 Dec 2024
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 45 years
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult

Who may be able to join

  • Patients between the ages of 18 and 45 who are scheduled to have anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with autologous grafts by one of the investigating physicians will be screened for participation in this study.
  • Patients must be willing to undergo MRI scans post -operatively at 3, 6, 9 months and 1 year

Who cannot join

  • Patients with prior procedures or significant prior injuries to the same knee are excluded. - - Any patient who will have difficulty obtaining internet access, does not have an active e-mail address, or is unable to comprehend study documents or give informed consent will be excluded.
  • Patient who are unable to complete MRI examinations due to claustrophobia or anxiety will be excluded.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

United States1 site
  • Andrews Institute

    Gulf Breeze, Florida, 32561

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About this study

Official title: Pilot Study: Augmentation of ACL Reconstruction With Bone Marrow Stem Cells and Amnion Collagen Matrix Wrap

Collagen based -membrane derived from amniotic tissue can be used to help reestablish the natural synovial lining of the reconstructed ACL, in effect acting as both a barrier from the synovial fluid and as a scaffold to contain autologous mesenchymal stem cells and growth factors contiguous with the graft, thus aiding and perhaps accelerating the natural maturation and ligamentization process of the implanted graft tissue. Acceleration and improvement in graft maturation and strength would be a significant advancement in sports medicine allowing safer and earlier return to sports and activity

Read the detailed description

Histologic studies have determined that graft ligamentization following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction may take from 6 to 18 months. (1) It has been reported that incomplete graft maturation and incorporation is one cause of clinical graft failure. Animal studies have illustrated improved tendon healing/integration in ACL models augmented with stem cell technologies. (2-4). Basic scientists theorize that optimization of stem cell treatments for tissue regeneration requires that a "regenerative triad" be employed, i.e., use of a scaffold, stem cells and growth factors. In the intra-articular environment, research has shown that a scaffold such as an amnion wrap is necessary to contain the stem cells and growth factors in close proximity to the ACL graft. (2, 4, 5)

The normal, uninjured human ACL is covered by a layer of synovial tissue which contributes to the blood supply and nutrition of the native ACL. It is theorized that the lack of a synovial lining after injury and following traditional ACL reconstruction contributes to slow ligamentization and possible failure of reconstructed grafts.(5) Two studies have demonstrated accelerated maturation and ligamentization of human ACL graft augmented with point of care blood products. (6, 7) In one, leucocyte poor platelet rich plasma was injected directly into the body of the graft. (6) In the other, the platelet derived growth factors were loaded in a gelatin carrier which was wrapped around the graft. (7) In both studies accelerated and increased ligament maturation was documented compared to the controls. Collagen membranes derived from amniotic tissue have been successful to aid healing when used in difficult wounds and meniscal repair surgery. (8, 9)

The use of a collagen based -membrane derived from amniotic tissue may be used to help reestablish the natural synovial lining of the reconstructed ACL, in effect acting as both a barrier from the synovial fluid and as a scaffold to contain autologous mesenchymal stem cells and growth factors contiguous with the graft. Thus aiding and perhaps accelerating the natural maturation and ligamentization process of the implanted graft tissue. Acceleration and improvement in graft maturation and strength would be a significant advancement in sports medicine allowing safer and earlier return to sports and activity.

Being tested
Bio ACL, Control
Keywords
amion, stem cell, acl
Medical subject headings
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Bio ACLOther

    Also called Amnion

    Bone marrow aspirate will be centrifuged using the Arthrex Angel system to optimally concentrate the cells for implantation. The graft for the experimental groups will be wrapped with a sterile amnion matrix wrap, supplied by Arthrex

  • ControlOther

    Also called Standard ACLr

    Normal ACL reconstruction technique with either patella or hamstring autograft

Study groups in NCT03294759
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Bio-ACL (Amion)ExperimentalIntervention: ACL Autograft Reconstruction with Amion Collagen Scaffold. Stem Cells isolated from bone marrow aspirate from distal femur will be injected inside the Amion Collagen Scaffold.
Receives: Other: Bio ACL
ControlActive comparatorIntervention: Normal ACL Autograft Reconstruction with either patella or hamstring autograft will be performed in the control group.
Receives: Other: Control

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Changes in ACL

    MRI region of interest mapping to produce mean T2 values

    Measured: 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months post-op

Secondary outcomes (5)
  1. Changes in patient-reported pain rating

    Visual analog scale will be used to assess pain

    Measured: 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months post-op

  2. Changes in Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS)

    Patients will complete KOOS questionnaire on SOS

    Measured: 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months post-op

  3. Changes in Short Form 12 (SF-12) patient ratings

    Patients will complete SF-12 questionnaire on SOS

    Measured: 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months post-op

  4. Changes in Single Assessment Numerical Evaluation (SANE) patient ratings for function

    Patients will complete the SANE questionnaire on SOS

    Measured: 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months post-op

  5. Marx Activity Scale Rating

    Patients will complete the Marx Activity questionnaire on SOS

    Measured: 12 months post-op

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted27 Sep 2017
  2. Study start6 Sep 2017
  3. Primary completion6 Dec 2023
  4. Study completion6 Dec 2024 (estimated)

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
ACL harvested for autograft reconstruction of the ACL with either hamstring or patellar tendon grafts. The graft will be wrapped in a collagen wrap and injection with aspirate from the patient's bone marrow. The control group will have standard ACL reconstruction with either hamstring or patellar tendon grafts.
Masking
Double blind
Who is masked
Participant, Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
40 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT03294759
Sponsor's protocol ID
Bio ACL (RCT)
Acronym
BioACLRCT
Status last verified
Feb 2024
First submitted
20 Sep 2017
Last updated
21 Feb 2024
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No

Publications

  • Claes S, Verdonk P, Forsyth R, Bellemans J. The "ligamentization" process in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: what happens to the human graft? A systematic review of the literature. Am J Sports Med. 2011 Nov;39(11):2476-83. doi: 10.1177/0363546511402662. Epub 2011 Apr 22.

    PubMed 21515806
  • Matsumoto T, Kubo S, Sasaki K, Kawakami Y, Oka S, Sasaki H, Takayama K, Tei K, Matsushita T, Mifune Y, Kurosaka M, Kuroda R. Acceleration of tendon-bone healing of anterior cruciate ligament graft using autologous ruptured tissue. Am J Sports Med. 2012 Jun;40(6):1296-302. doi: 10.1177/0363546512439026. Epub 2012 Mar 16.

    PubMed 22427618
  • Mifune Y, Matsumoto T, Takayama K, Terada S, Sekiya N, Kuroda R, Kurosaka M, Fu FH, Huard J. Tendon graft revitalization using adult anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)-derived CD34+ cell sheets for ACL reconstruction. Biomaterials. 2013 Jul;34(22):5476-87. doi: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2013.04.013. Epub 2013 Apr 28.

    PubMed 23632324
  • Joshi SM, Mastrangelo AN, Magarian EM, Fleming BC, Murray MM. Collagen-platelet composite enhances biomechanical and histologic healing of the porcine anterior cruciate ligament. Am J Sports Med. 2009 Dec;37(12):2401-10. doi: 10.1177/0363546509339915.

    PubMed 19940313
  • Sanchez M, Anitua E, Azofra J, Prado R, Muruzabal F, Andia I. Ligamentization of tendon grafts treated with an endogenous preparation rich in growth factors: gross morphology and histology. Arthroscopy. 2010 Apr;26(4):470-80. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2009.08.019. Epub 2010 Jan 15.

    PubMed 20362825
  • Radice F, Yanez R, Gutierrez V, Rosales J, Pinedo M, Coda S. Comparison of magnetic resonance imaging findings in anterior cruciate ligament grafts with and without autologous platelet-derived growth factors. Arthroscopy. 2010 Jan;26(1):50-7. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2009.06.030.

    PubMed 20117627
  • DiDomenico LA, Orgill DP, Galiano RD, Serena TE, Carter MJ, Kaufman JP, Young NJ, Zelen CM. Aseptically Processed Placental Membrane Improves Healing of Diabetic Foot Ulcerations: Prospective, Randomized Clinical Trial. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2016 Oct 12;4(10):e1095. doi: 10.1097/GOX.0000000000001095. eCollection 2016 Oct.

    PubMed 27826487
  • Piontek T, Ciemniewska-Gorzela K, Naczk J, Jakob R, Szulc A, Grygorowicz M, Slomczykowski M. Complex Meniscus Tears Treated with Collagen Matrix Wrapping and Bone Marrow Blood Injection: A 2-Year Clinical Follow-Up. Cartilage. 2016 Apr;7(2):123-39. doi: 10.1177/1947603515608988. Epub 2015 Nov 30.

    PubMed 27047635
  • Li H, Tao H, Cho S, Chen S, Yao Z, Chen S. Difference in graft maturity of the reconstructed anterior cruciate ligament 2 years postoperatively: a comparison between autografts and allografts in young men using clinical and 3.0-T magnetic resonance imaging evaluation. Am J Sports Med. 2012 Jul;40(7):1519-26. doi: 10.1177/0363546512443050. Epub 2012 Apr 11.

    PubMed 22495290
  • Biercevicz AM, Akelman MR, Fadale PD, Hulstyn MJ, Shalvoy RM, Badger GJ, Tung GA, Oksendahl HL, Fleming BC. MRI volume and signal intensity of ACL graft predict clinical, functional, and patient-oriented outcome measures after ACL reconstruction. Am J Sports Med. 2015 Mar;43(3):693-9. doi: 10.1177/0363546514561435. Epub 2014 Dec 24.

    PubMed 25540298
  • Riboh JC, Saltzman BM, Yanke AB, Cole BJ. Human Amniotic Membrane-Derived Products in Sports Medicine: Basic Science, Early Results, and Potential Clinical Applications. Am J Sports Med. 2016 Sep;44(9):2425-34. doi: 10.1177/0363546515612750. Epub 2015 Nov 19.

    PubMed 26585668
  • Baeten D, Van den Bosch F, Elewaut D, Stuer A, Veys EM, De Keyser F. Needle arthroscopy of the knee with synovial biopsy sampling: technical experience in 150 patients. Clin Rheumatol. 1999;18(6):434-41. doi: 10.1007/s100670050134.

    PubMed 10638766
  • Anz AW, Jordan SE, Ostrander RV 3rd, Branch EA, Denney TS, Cohen A, Andrews JR. Augmentation of ACL Autograft Reconstruction With an Amnion Collagen Matrix Wrap and Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial With 2-Year Follow-up. Orthop J Sports Med. 2023 Nov 17;11(11):23259671231210035. doi: 10.1177/23259671231210035. eCollection 2023 Nov.

    PubMed 38021297

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Bio ACL in people with ACL - Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture, run by Andrews Research & Education Foundation at 1 site in United States.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 21 Feb 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

Results are not available in the source record.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Changes in ACL (time frame: 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months post-op). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT03294759, which also lists 13 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 21 Feb 2024.

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