Overview

Nitrate Patch Use as Treatment of Knee AVN

Status:
Unknown status
Trial end date:
2019-01-01
Target enrollment:
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Summary
The pathogenesis of AVN includes a defective blood supply to the knee joint. Local nitrates induce peripheral vasodilation and may improve blood supply to the affected tissue. This study aims to test whether the use of a nicotine patch may accelerate the healing process from AVN of the knee.
Phase:
N/A
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Sheba Medical Center