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Geniculate Artery Embolization
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading cause of disability and chronic pain that reduces physical activity and daily activities. In this clinical research study, the goal is to learn more about geniculate artery (located in the knee) embolization (GAE) treatment to see if it will reduce pain as well as stiffness and difficulty performing daily activities caused by knee OA and if it can be performed safely.
Male or Female
18 years and over
Inclusion Criteria:
• osteoarthritis of the one knee with symptoms that have not improved after at least 3 months of treatment such as PT, injection, medications,
• partial knee replacement and total knee arthroplasty are not currently options (may be in the future)
• 40-70 years of age
Exclusion Criteria:
• weight greater than 250 pounds
• smoke or have smoked tobacco regularly (smoking 1 or more tobacco product(s) per week) within the last year
• diabetic with A1C greater than 9%
• advanced peripheral arterial disease
Device: Geniculate Artery Embolization
Arthritis & Rheumatic Diseases, Bone, Joint & Muscle
Clinics and Surgery Center (CSC), Osteoarthritis