A pilot study to determine the optimal dose of scAAVIL-1ra in a large animal model of post-traumatic osteoarthritis.
Abstract: Gene therapy approaches using adeno-associated viral vectors have been successfully tested in the equine post-traumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA) model. Owing to differences in the levels of transgene expression and adverse tissue reactions observed in published studies, we sought to identify a safe therapeutic dose of scAAVIL-1ra in an inflamed and injured joint that would result in improved functional outcomes without any adverse events. scAAVIL-1ra was delivered intra-articularly over a 100-fold range, and horses were evaluated throughout and at the end of the 10-week study. A dose-related increase in IL-1ra levels with a decrease in PGE levels was observed, with the peak IL-1ra concentration being observed 7 days post-treatment in all groups. Perivascular infiltration with mononuclear cells was observed within the synovial membrane of the joint treated with the highest viral dose of 5 × 10 vg, but this was absent in the lower-dosed joints. The second-highest dose of scAAVeqIL-1ra 5 × 10 vg demonstrated elevated IL-1ra levels without any cellular response in the synovium. Taken together, the data suggest that the 10-fold lower dose of 5 × 10vg scAAVIL-1ra would be a safe therapeutic dose in an equine model of PTOA.
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This research article investigates the use of gene therapy to treat post-traumatic osteoarthritis in horses. The researchers aim to identify a safe dosage of a specific gene therapy treatment that results in improved outcomes without causing any adverse reactions.
Summary of Research Methodology
- The researchers used an adeno-associated viral vectors gene therapy approach which has previously been successful in treating post-traumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA) in equine models.
- The specific treatment, known as scAAVIL-1ra, was delivered intra-articularly, or within the joint, over a 100-fold range.
- Horses were evaluated at intervals and at the end of a 10-week study period to determine the effects of varying dosages of the treatment.
Results of the Study
- The study findings indicated a dose-related increase in IL-1ra levels. This type of protein is directly related to anti-inflammation. With a decrease in PGE levels, which are associated with inflammation in traumatic injuries, it is inferred that the treatment has potential anti-inflammatory effects.
- Peak IL-1ra concentration was observed 7 days following treatment in all groups, suggesting that this could be the optimal time for measuring results.
- However, an adverse tissue reaction was observed in the form of perivascular infiltration with mononuclear cells, specifically in the synovial membrane of the joint treated with the highest viral dose (5 × 10 vg).
- This adverse reaction was not observed in joints treated with lower doses.
Conclusion
- The second-highest dose of 5 × 10 vg demonstrated elevated IL-1ra levels without provoking any adverse cellular reaction in the synovium, suggesting that it might be a more appropriate dosage.
- Overall, the data suggest a therapeutic dose 10-fold lower than the highest dose investigated (5 × 10vg) would be safe for use in an equine model of PTOA.
- This research opens a door to further explore the potential of gene therapy in managing and treating osteoarthritis in large animals such as horses.
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Thampi P, Seabaugh KA, Pezzanite LM, Chu CR, Phillips JN, Grieger JC, McIlwraith CW, Samulski RJ, Goodrich LR.
(2023).
A pilot study to determine the optimal dose of scAAVIL-1ra in a large animal model of post-traumatic osteoarthritis.
Gene Ther.
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41434-023-00420-2 Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- Orthopaedic Research Center, C. Wayne McIlwraith Translational Medicine Institute, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA.
- Orthopaedic Research Center, C. Wayne McIlwraith Translational Medicine Institute, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA.
- Orthopaedic Research Center, C. Wayne McIlwraith Translational Medicine Institute, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA.
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA.
- Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Healthcare System, Palo Alto, CA, USA.
- Orthopaedic Research Center, C. Wayne McIlwraith Translational Medicine Institute, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA.
- Gene Therapy Center, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
- Orthopaedic Research Center, C. Wayne McIlwraith Translational Medicine Institute, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA.
- Gene Therapy Center, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
- Orthopaedic Research Center, C. Wayne McIlwraith Translational Medicine Institute, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA. laurie.goodrich@colostate.edu.
Grant Funding
- 62326995-156499 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
- W81XWH1810572 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
- W81XWH1810572 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
- 62326995-156499 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
- W81XWH1810572 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
- 62326995-156499 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
- W81XWH1810572 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
- W81XWH1810572 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
- W81XWH1810572 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
- 62326995-156499 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
- W81XWH1810572 / U.S. Department of Defense (United States Department of Defense)
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