Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 40 to 85

Examining fat tissue in the knee and thigh muscles of patients with osteoarthritis

Official title: Study to Compare the Characteristics of Hoffa Adipose Tissue and Intramuscular Adipose Tissue in the Quadriceps Muscle

Run by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice · NCT05955976 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at fat tissue in the knees and thigh muscles of people with knee osteoarthritis to see how it affects muscle strength and the progression of the condition.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages40 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
Enrollment20 (estimated)
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nice)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 20, 2023
Main results expectedSeptember 20, 2023
Study endsJune 20, 2027
Registry record updatedJune 29, 2026
Trial IDNCT05955976 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 40 to 85 years who have a confirmed diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis and are scheduled for total knee prosthesis surgery.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have knee osteoarthritis or are outside the age range of 40 to 85 years may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the characteristics of Hoffa adipose tissue and intramuscular adipose tissue in the quadriceps muscle of patients diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis. It aims to understand the relationship between skeletal muscle characteristics, particularly quadriceps weakness, and the progression of knee osteoarthritis. By analyzing tissue samples obtained through biopsy, the study seeks to uncover the mechanisms by which muscle and adipose tissue may influence the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis. The findings could provide insights into the role of muscle health in managing knee osteoarthritis.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management strategies for knee osteoarthritis by highlighting the importance of muscle health.

How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, there is growing interest in the relationship between muscle and osteoarthritis, suggesting potential for meaningful insights.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Adult patient, aged between 40 and 85 years
* Patient having a confirmed diagnosis of knee ostheoarthritis
* Patient undergoing a surgery for a total knee prosthesis for knee ostheoarthritis

Exclusion Criteria:

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Where it's running

  • Nice University Hospital
    Nice, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.