The purpose of this two-part study is to assess the efficacy, safety and tolerability of multiple intra-articular (i.a.) injections of LNA043 in regenerating the articular surface in patients with cartilage lesions of the knee (Part A) and knee osteoarthritis (Part B). In Part A, this study aims to establish Proof of Concept (PoC), namely regeneration of the articular cartilage, in order to provide information on the potential clinical utility of LNA043, with the ultimate goal of replacing current surgical procedures for cartilage repair with an injectable, less invasive regenerative therapy. In Part B, this study aims at further evaluating the cartilage anabolic activity of LNA043 in a more severe knee OA population, and at testing the potential benefit of a higher dose of LNA043 administered i.a. monthly instead of weekly.
The purpose of this two-part study is to assess the efficacy, safety and tolerability of multiple intra-articular (i.a.) injections of LNA043 in regenerating the articular surface in patients with cartilage lesions of the knee (Part A) and knee osteoarthritis (Part B).