Custom knee implant tested for Long-Term relief
NCT ID NCT03755388
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing a custom-made metal knee implant called Episealer for people with cartilage damage in the knee. The implant is designed based on each patient's MRI scan. Researchers are following a small group of patients for up to 10 years to see if the implant stays in place and helps with pain and function.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Episealer device (custom metal implant for knee cartilage)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer a long-lasting option for people with knee cartilage damage who haven't been helped by other surgeries.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage trial with only 4 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The implant could fail or require removal over time.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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UZ Leuven
Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, 3000, Belgium
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