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At a Glance
Age
40 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
50 (estimated)
Sponsor
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people over 40 years old with knee osteoarthritis who have chronic pain despite treatments. Participants will be monitored over time and can share their experiences regarding healthcare use and barriers.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
I am at least 40 years old.
I have been diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis.
I have had knee pain for at least 3 months.
I cannot have or refuse surgery due to my health or personal choice.
I currently have an active cancer diagnosis.
You may not be able to join if
I have an active joint infection.
My life expectancy is less than 6 months.
I have had knee surgery in the affected knee.
I have a blood clotting disorder.
I have severely reduced kidney function.
I have severe peripheral artery disease.
My knee joint shows no signs of osteoarthritis.
I have an active autoimmune or inflammatory arthritis.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria.
The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can
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To explore associations with demographics/clinical factors; assess trajectories via annual follow-up; evaluate healthcare utilization and barriers; oversample \>10-year survivors.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
1. Age ≥40 years with no upper age restriction, provided performance status permits procedural candidacy
2. Symptomatic mild-to-severe knee osteoarthritis (Kellgren-Lawrence grade 2-4) on radiographs within 6 months of enrollment
3. Chronic knee pain (NRS ≥4/10) for ≥3 months des…
Inclusion Criteria
1. Age ≥40 years with no upper age restriction, provided performance status permits procedural candidacy
2. Symptomatic mild-to-severe knee osteoarthritis (Kellgren-Lawrence grade 2-4) on radiographs within 6 months of enrollment
3. Chronic knee pain (NRS ≥4/10) for ≥3 months despite conservative treatment including steroid injections, physical therapy, and/or analgesic medications
4. Inadequate candidate for or refusal of surgical intervention (e.g., total knee arthroplasty) due to cancer-related comorbidities, ongoing treatment, or participants preference
5. Active cancer diagnosis (solid tumor or hematologic malignancy) confirmed at MD Anderson Cancer Center
Exclusion Criteria
* Active joint infection or suspected septic arthritis
* Life expectancy \<6 months
* Prior knee arthroplasty in the index knee
* Coagulopathy or contraindications to angiography
* GFR \<30 mL/min/1.73m²
* Peripheral artery disease with stenosis or occlusion of lower extremity vasculature (relative contraindication per SIR standards, given geniculate artery collateral perfusion role)
* Radiographically normal knee joint (KL grade 0-1) - alternative etiologies should be sought
* Known active autoimmune/inflammatory arthropathy (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis)
* Any medical condition or clinical abnormality that, per investigator judgment, precludes safe participation in and completion of the study
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