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Cross-linked formulation of hyaluronic acid provides long term pain relief
August 2013
Cross-linked formulation of hyaluronic acid provides long term pain relief
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
A multicenter, randomized controlled trial comparing a single intra-articular injection of Gel-200, a new cross-linked formulation of hyaluronic acid, to phosphate buffered saline for treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee
Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2012 May;20(5):350-6. Epub 2012 Feb 1Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
379 patients with osteoarthritis of the knee who had joint aspiration were randomized to receive a single injection of Gel-200 (new cross-linked hyaluronic acid product) or phosphate buffered saline (PBS) solution. Results from 13 week follow-up revealed that patients who received Gel-200 had significantly better pain scores and functions. Additionally, the two groups did not significantly differ ...
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