Experimental cell injection aims to boost shoulder tendon healing

NCT ID NCT04057833

First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This early-stage trial tests whether adding special cells (E-CEL UVEC) to standard rotator cuff surgery is safe and possible. About 20 adults aged 45-70 with full-thickness tears will receive the cells at the repair site. The main goal is to check for short-term side effects, not to prove the treatment works yet.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital for Special Surgery

    New York, New York, 10021, United States

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