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A Study to Evaluate the Effect of GRF6021 on Postoperative Recovery Following Primary Hip or Knee Arthroplasty

A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Pilot Study to Evaluate the Effect of GRF6021 on Intracellular Signaling Cascades in Blood Leukocytes and Postoperative Recovery Following Primary Hip or Knee Arthroplasty

Status
Completed
Phases
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT03981419
Enrollment
38
Registered
2019-06-10
Start date
2019-07-12
Completion date
2021-03-04
Last updated
2024-03-13

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Conditions

Postoperative Recovery

Keywords

Total hip replacement, Total knee replacement

Brief summary

This study will evaluate the safety, tolerability and effect of GRF6021 on clinical recovery parameters in participants undergoing primary hip or knee arthroplasty.

Detailed description

This is a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind pilot study to investigate the effects of GRF6021, a 5% human plasma protein fraction administered by intravenous (IV) infusion, on intracellular signaling cascades in blood leukocytes in participants undergoing primary hip or knee arthroplasty.

Interventions

BIOLOGICALGRF6021

for IV infusion

OTHERPlacebo

for IV infusion

Sponsors

Alkahest, Inc.
Lead SponsorINDUSTRY

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
TRIPLE (Subject, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
50 Years to 85 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

* Men and women 50-85 years of age scheduled to undergo primary total hip or knee replacement surgery. * Estimated glomerular filtration rate ≥ 45 mL/min/1.73 m2 .

Exclusion criteria

* Blood coagulation disorders. * Participants who started chronic anticoagulant therapy (warfarin, heparin, low-molecular weight heparin, or Factor Xa inhibitors) in the last 6 months * Hypercoagulable state. * Prior hypersensitivity to any human blood product including plasma. * Treatment with any human blood product, including transfusions and IV immunoglobulin, during the 6 months prior to screening. * History of immunoglobulin A or haptoglobin deficiency. * Major surgery, trauma or injury in the last 3 months or minor surgery in the last 1 month. * Heart disease or congestive heart failure in the 6 months prior to dosing. * Poorly controlled hypertension. * Severe anemia. * Functional impairment of major joint or lower extremity other than joint undergoing surgery.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Effect of GRF6021 on Immune Responses to Surgery as Determined by Cytometry by Time of Flight (CyTOF) on Day 2Day 2 (before start of surgery and post surgery)CyTOF=multiplexed, high-content immune profiling technology, providing high-resolution surveillance of circulating immune cells & response to GRF6021 infusions on surgical recovery. Blood samples were collected for CyTOF analysis & were stimulated with a series of extracellular ligands to analyze evoked intracellular signaling responses. High-dimensional data results were obtained from CytOF, and analyzed using the immunological elastic net (iEN) algorithm, a penalized regression method particularly adapted for the analysis of highly correlated data, as it eliminates redundant parameters while retaining interrelated parameters. Raw data obtained from each sample was entered into the classification model (iEN algorithm) that generated prediction values (presented below) showing the effect of study treatment on immune response post-surgery. A prediction value of 0 & 1 indicated perfect results (i.e., positive response to treatment) for the placebo & GRF6021 arms, respectively.
Effect of GRF6021 on Immune Responses to Surgery as Determined by Cytometry by Time of Flight (CyTOF) on Day 3Day 3CyTOF=multiplexed, high-content immune profiling technology, providing high-resolution surveillance of circulating immune cells & response to GRF6021 infusions on surgical recovery. Blood samples were collected for CyTOF analysis & were stimulated with a series of extracellular ligands to analyze evoked intracellular signaling responses. High-dimensional data results were obtained from CytOF, and analyzed using the immunological elastic net (iEN) algorithm, a penalized regression method particularly adapted for the analysis of highly correlated data, as it eliminates redundant parameters while retaining interrelated parameters. Raw data obtained from each sample was entered into the classification model (iEN algorithm) that generated prediction values (presented below) showing the effect of study treatment on immune response post-surgery. A prediction value of 0 & 1 indicated perfect results (i.e., positive response to treatment) for the placebo & GRF6021 arms, respectively.

Secondary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Number of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Baseline (Day 1 pre-infusion); Days 2 (post-infusion), and 3 (pre-infusion)The 3D-CAM is a brief verbal assessment tool used to test participants for delirium. Each item in the instrument directly informs one of the 4 CAM features including acute onset of mental status change or fluctuating course of cognition, inattention, disorganized thinking, and altered level of consciousness. For all items on the assessment, the participants answered as incorrect, correct, no, or yes. The CAM algorithm is considered positive if the following features are present: Feature 1) Acute onset or fluctuating course and Feature 2) Inattention and either Feature 3) Disorganized thinking or Feature 4) Altered level of consciousness. Number of participants at baseline and postbaseline with delirium present or not present are reported here. The baseline was defined as Day 1 pre-infusion measurement.
Time to 50% Recovery of Baseline Value on the Surgery Recovery Scale (SRS)Baseline; Days 1 and 3 (pre-infusion) and thereafter up to the end of the study (approximately Day 46)SRS is sensitive & simple tool for assessment of functional recovery following major surgery & consist of 13 items. Impacts on daily activities are scored from 1 (not at all) to 5/6 (all the time). First 8 items were scored from 1 to 6. Rest were scored from 1 to 5. SRS scores were obtained by reversing responses (e.g., 1=6, 2=5, 3=4, 4=3, 5=2 and 6=1) to 5 negatively stated items (items 2, 4, 5, 6, and 7) & then summing across all scale items for an individual at baseline & each scheduled post-baseline time point. SRS total score range=13-63 where higher score indicated better recovery. For postoperative visits 'not applicable' responses were coded into same category as affirmations of 'not at all'. For all other time points 'not applicable' responses were coded as missing data. KM estimate of survival was to be used to summarize time (in Days) from date of randomization to 50% recovery of baseline value in SRS by treatment group. Baseline = Day -7 to -3 pre-infusion measurement.
End of Study (EOS) Treatment Comparison of the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC)At end of study (approximately Day 46)WOMAC is a widely utilized self-report measure of lower extremity symptoms and function. The WOMAC Likert Scale version used an 11-point scale anchored by the wording no pain and extreme pain for pain, and no difficulty and extreme difficulty for physical function. There were 5 questions for pain and 17 questions for physical function (total 22 questions). Scores (maximum 10) for each question of WOMAC were summed for an individual at the End of Study. The calculated scores were used to summarize the WOMAC score by treatment group. For this outcome measure, a full WOMAC score 0-220 point scale was used for data analysis. Higher scores on the WOMAC indicate worse pain and physical functional limitations.
Time to a Score of < 12/40 on a Subset of Questions From the WOMAC, Pain SubscaleDays 1 and 3 (pre-infusion) and thereafter up to Day 39WOMAC is a widely utilized self-report measure of lower extremity symptoms and function. The WOMAC Likert Scale version uses an 11-point scale anchored by the wording no pain (score=0) and extreme pain (score=10) for the pain subscale. The pain subscale consists of 4 items. The total score ranges from 0 (best) to 40 (worse). Higher scores on the WOMAC indicate worse pain. Kaplan Meier (KM) estimate of survival was used to summarize the time (in Days) from the date of randomization to the day when the participant had a non-missing score of \< 12. Right-censoring was used to produce Kaplan-Meier time-to-event estimates.
Time to a Score of < 18/60 on a Subset of Questions From the WOMAC, Physical Function SubscaleDays 1 and 3 (pre-infusion) and thereafter up to Day 39WOMAC is a widely utilized self-report measures of lower extremity symptoms and function. WOMAC Likert Scale version uses an 11-point scale anchored by the wording no difficulty (score=0) and extreme difficulty (score=10) for physical function subscale. The physical function subscale consists of 6 items. The total score ranges from 0 (best) to 60 (worse). Higher scores on the WOMAC indicate more functional limitations. Kaplan Meier (KM) estimate of survival was used to summarize the time (in Days) from the date of randomization to the day when participant had a non-missing score of \< 18. Right-censoring was used to produce Kaplan-Meier time-to-event estimates.
Change From Baseline in Mental Health Score in the Short Form-36 (SF-36)At Baseline and end of study (approximately Day 46)The SF-36 determines participants' overall quality of life by assessing 1) limitations in physical functioning due to health problems; 2) limitations in usual role because of physical health problems; 3) bodily pain; 4) general health perceptions; 5) vitality; 6) limitations in social functioning because of physical or emotional problems; 7) limitations in usual role due to emotional problems; and 8) general mental health. Items 5-8 primarily contribute to the mental component summary (MCS) score of the SF-36. The MCS ranges from 0 (worst) to 100 (best), and higher score indicates better mental health status. Positive change from baseline indicates improvement. The baseline was defined as Day -7 to -3 prior to surgery.
Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Blood Chemistry ValuesAt Screening and Day 3Participants with abnormal chemistry values as assessed by the investigator are reported here. The marked reference range are as follows: calcium \<1.12 or \> 1.47 millimoles per liter (mmol/L) and sodium \< 130 or \> 150 mmol/L.
Change From Baseline in Physical Health Score in the SF-36At Baseline and end of study (approximately Day 46)The SF-36 determines participants' overall quality of life by assessing 1) limitations in physical functioning due to health problems; 2) limitations in usual role because of physical health problems; 3) bodily pain; 4) general health perceptions; 5) vitality; 6) limitations in social functioning because of physical or emotional problems; 7) limitations in usual role due to emotional problems; and 8) general mental health. Items 1-4 primarily contribute to the Physical Component Summary (PCS) score of the SF-36. The PCS ranges from 0 (worst) to 100 (best), and a higher score indicates better physical condition. Positive change from baseline indicates improvement. The baseline was defined as Day -7 to -3 prior to surgery.
Change From Baseline in the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II)At Baseline and end of study (approximately Day 46)The BDI-II is a 21-item questionnaire used to assess depression. Most items are rated on a 4-point scale from 0 to 3, and a few items are rated on a 7-point scale. Individual item scores are added to get a total BDI-II score from 0 to 63. The higher the total score, the more severe the depression, and the lower the total score, the less severe the depression. A negative change from baseline indicated an improvement. The baseline was defined as Day -7 to -3 prior to surgery.
Number of Participants With Opioid Analgesic Consumption During Hospital Stay and After Discharge to End of StudyFrom Day 2 (post-surgery) up to end of study (approximately Day 46)
Time to DischargeDay 1 up to end of study (approximately Day 46)The Kaplan-Meier (KM) estimate of survival was used to summarize the time (in Days) from the date of randomization to discharge from the hospital by treatment group using median and inter quartile ranges: Q1 (25th percentile) and Q3 (75th percentile).
Perioperative Outcome: Surgery DurationDay 2The duration (in hours) for which a participant underwent surgery i.e., primary hip or knee arthroplasty is reported here.
Perioperative Outcome: Duration for Which Participants Were Under AnesthesiaDay 2The duration (in hours) for which a participant was under anesthesia is reported here.
Change in Functional Status Using the ActiGraph Wearable Device Providing Measurements for Physical Activity/Function and SleepBaseline; Day 1, Day 3 up to approximately Day 46At screening, participants were provided with an ActiGraph wearable device & approximately -7 to -3 days before surgery, they were instructed to wear the device. ActiGraph wearable device was used to monitor participants' physical activity, mobility & sleep. Functional status including heart rate & sleep time were collected during the study period except perioperative times when it was removed for surgery. ActiGraph high-dimensional data was analyzed using a standard EN algorithm which utilizes a penalized regression method particularly adapted to the analysis of highly correlated data, as it eliminates redundant parameters while retaining interrelated parameters. Raw data obtained over the entire observation period was entered into a classification model (iEN algorithm) that generated prediction values (presented below) for functional status changes. A prediction value of 1 &2 indicated perfect results (i.e., positive response to treatment) for GRF6021 & placebo groups, respectively.
Perioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassDay 2ASA class ranges from ASA I - ASA VI. Higher ASA class with other factors (surgery type, frailty, and deconditioning) help predict greater perioperative risk. Normal healthy participants are categorized under ASA I, whereas participants with mild systematic disease and severe systematic disease are graded as ASA II and ASA III, respectively. If participants have severe systematic disease that is a constant threat to their life, they are graded as ASA IV. A moribund participant who is not expected to survive without the operation is classified as ASA V. ASA VI includes participants that are declared brain-dead and whose organs are being removed for donor purposes.
Perioperative Outcome: Estimated Blood LossDay 2
Number of Participants in Whom Intraoperative Fluids Were AdministeredDay 2Intraoperative fluids administered were summarized by WHO Drug Dictionary (WHO-DD) Version 2018 Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) level 3 terms and standardized medication names.
Number of Participants in Whom Intraoperative Blood Products Were AdministeredDay 2Intraoperative blood products administered were summarized by WHO-DD Version 2018 ATC level 3 terms and standardized medication names.
Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative AnesthesiaDay 2Intraoperative anesthesia administered were summarized using WHO-DD Version 2018 ATC level 3 terms and standardized medication names.
Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsDay 2The number of participants with intraoperative opioids administered were summarized by WHO-DD Version 2018 ATC level 3 terms and standardized medication names.
Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Hematology ValuesDay 3Participants with abnormal hematology values as assessed by the investigator are reported here. Hematology abnormalities were only observed on Day 3. The marked reference range are as follows: hematocrit \< 30 or \> 58%, hemoglobin \< 10 or \> 20 grams per deciliter (g/dL) and Lymphocytes/Leukocytes \< 10 or \> 60%.
Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesAt Screening and Day 3Participants with abnormal coagulation values as assessed by the investigator are reported here. The marked reference range are as follows: prothrombin international normalized ratio \> 1.3, prothrombin time \> 20 seconds, and activated partial thromboplastin time \> 45 seconds.
Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Urinalysis ValuesAt Screening and Day 3Participants with abnormal urinalysis values as assessed by the investigator are reported here. The normalized estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) values were (mL/min/surface area (SA)) \< 55.
Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsPre-infusion at Days 1, 2 (Pre and Postoperative) and 3; At Post infusion on Day 1 (15, 30, 45, 60 mins); Day 2 Preoperative (15, 30, 45 mins); Postoperative (30 mins); Day 3 (15 and 30 mins); and 30 mins after end of each infusionParticipants with abnormal blood pressure measurements as assessed by the investigator are reported here. The following parameters were considered in the assessment of abnormal blood pressure measurements: systolic blood pressure \>180 millimeters of mercury (mmHg); systolic blood pressure \> 200 mmHg; diastolic blood pressure \< 50 mmHg.
Change From Baseline in Electrocardiogram (ECG) Parameter: Heart RateBaseline (Day 1 pre-infusion); Day 3 pre and post-infusionA 12-lead ECG was to be performed to obtain heart rate. The baseline was defined as Day 1 pre-infusion measurement.
Change From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)Baseline (Day 1 pre-infusion); Day 3 pre and post-infusionA 12-lead ECG was performed after the participant had rested quietly for at least 5 minutes in a supine or sitting position. The parameters evaluated from the participant ECG trace included QT interval and QTc (corrected). Corrected QTc intervals were calculated using Fridericia's correction formula. The baseline was defined as Day 1 pre-infusion measurement.
Perioperative Outcome: Duration of Stay in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)Day 2The duration (in hours) for which the participants stayed at the PACU is reported here.
Effects of GRF6021 on Plasma ProteomicsPre-infusion on Day 1 (baseline), 2 (before start of surgery and post surgery), and Day 3Blood samples collected were analyzed using the Somalogic SomaScan platform which provides a broad overview of proteomics changes by measuring approximately 7,000 proteins. It uses a highly multiplexed and high throughput aptamer-based proteomic technology and deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)-microarray-based detection. It provides concentration domain values as relative fluorescence units (RFUs). Proteomics high-dimensional data was analyzed using a standard EN algorithm which utilizes a penalized regression method particularly adapted to the analysis of highly correlated data, as it eliminates redundant parameters while retaining interrelated parameters. Raw data obtained from each sample was entered into a classification model (iEN algorithm) that generated prediction values for proteomics which are presented in the data table. A prediction value of 1 and 2 indicated perfect results (i.e., positive response to treatment) for the GRF6021 and the placebo group, respectively.

Countries

United States

Participant flow

Recruitment details

Participants took part in this study at one investigative site in the United States from 12 July 2019 to 04 March 2021.

Pre-assignment details

Participants who were scheduled to undergo primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) or total knee arthroplasty (TKA) were randomized in 1:1 ratio to receive GRF6021 or placebo. A total of 55 participants were screened, out of which 38 participants were enrolled in the study.

Participants by arm

ArmCount
GRF6021
Participants received 4 doses of GRF6021, 250 mL, IV infusion. The first dose was administered on day before surgery, the next two doses on the day of surgery i.e., within 4 hours before start of surgery (first incision), and then upon arrival in the postoperative care unit (within 5 hours after the first incision) and the last dose was administered on the day after the surgery.
18
Placebo
Participants received 4 doses of GRF6021 matching placebo, 250 mL, IV infusion. The first dose was administered on day before surgery, the next two doses on the day of surgery i.e., within 4 hours before start of surgery (first incision), and then upon arrival in the postoperative care unit (within 5 hours after the first incision) and the last dose was administered on the day after the surgery.
20
Total38

Withdrawals & dropouts

PeriodReasonFG000FG001
Overall StudyDue to Coronavirus Disease-2019 (COVID-19)01

Baseline characteristics

CharacteristicPlaceboTotalGRF6021
Age, Continuous65.40 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 8.39
67.89 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 7.7
70.70 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.86
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Hispanic or Latino
0 Participants1 Participants1 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Not Hispanic or Latino
20 Participants37 Participants17 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Asian
0 Participants1 Participants1 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Black or African American
1 Participants2 Participants1 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1 Participants2 Participants1 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Not Reported
1 Participants4 Participants3 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Other
1 Participants5 Participants4 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
White
16 Participants24 Participants8 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
10 Participants19 Participants9 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
10 Participants19 Participants9 Participants

Adverse events

Event typeEG000
affected / at risk
EG001
affected / at risk
deaths
Total, all-cause mortality
0 / 180 / 20
other
Total, other adverse events
14 / 1814 / 20
serious
Total, serious adverse events
0 / 180 / 20

Outcome results

Primary

Effect of GRF6021 on Immune Responses to Surgery as Determined by Cytometry by Time of Flight (CyTOF) on Day 2

CyTOF=multiplexed, high-content immune profiling technology, providing high-resolution surveillance of circulating immune cells & response to GRF6021 infusions on surgical recovery. Blood samples were collected for CyTOF analysis & were stimulated with a series of extracellular ligands to analyze evoked intracellular signaling responses. High-dimensional data results were obtained from CytOF, and analyzed using the immunological elastic net (iEN) algorithm, a penalized regression method particularly adapted for the analysis of highly correlated data, as it eliminates redundant parameters while retaining interrelated parameters. Raw data obtained from each sample was entered into the classification model (iEN algorithm) that generated prediction values (presented below) showing the effect of study treatment on immune response post-surgery. A prediction value of 0 & 1 indicated perfect results (i.e., positive response to treatment) for the placebo & GRF6021 arms, respectively.

Time frame: Day 2 (before start of surgery and post surgery)

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected. Overall number of participants analyzed is the number of participants available for analysis.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEDIAN)
GRF6021Effect of GRF6021 on Immune Responses to Surgery as Determined by Cytometry by Time of Flight (CyTOF) on Day 2Day 2 (Before Surgery Start)0.5692 predicted value
GRF6021Effect of GRF6021 on Immune Responses to Surgery as Determined by Cytometry by Time of Flight (CyTOF) on Day 2Day 2 (Post Surgery)0.5326 predicted value
PlaceboEffect of GRF6021 on Immune Responses to Surgery as Determined by Cytometry by Time of Flight (CyTOF) on Day 2Day 2 (Before Surgery Start)0.4521 predicted value
PlaceboEffect of GRF6021 on Immune Responses to Surgery as Determined by Cytometry by Time of Flight (CyTOF) on Day 2Day 2 (Post Surgery)0.4471 predicted value
Primary

Effect of GRF6021 on Immune Responses to Surgery as Determined by Cytometry by Time of Flight (CyTOF) on Day 3

CyTOF=multiplexed, high-content immune profiling technology, providing high-resolution surveillance of circulating immune cells & response to GRF6021 infusions on surgical recovery. Blood samples were collected for CyTOF analysis & were stimulated with a series of extracellular ligands to analyze evoked intracellular signaling responses. High-dimensional data results were obtained from CytOF, and analyzed using the immunological elastic net (iEN) algorithm, a penalized regression method particularly adapted for the analysis of highly correlated data, as it eliminates redundant parameters while retaining interrelated parameters. Raw data obtained from each sample was entered into the classification model (iEN algorithm) that generated prediction values (presented below) showing the effect of study treatment on immune response post-surgery. A prediction value of 0 & 1 indicated perfect results (i.e., positive response to treatment) for the placebo & GRF6021 arms, respectively.

Time frame: Day 3

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected. Overall number of participants analyzed is the number of participants available for analysis.

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
GRF6021Effect of GRF6021 on Immune Responses to Surgery as Determined by Cytometry by Time of Flight (CyTOF) on Day 30.7829 predicted value
PlaceboEffect of GRF6021 on Immune Responses to Surgery as Determined by Cytometry by Time of Flight (CyTOF) on Day 30.2871 predicted value
Secondary

Change From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)

A 12-lead ECG was performed after the participant had rested quietly for at least 5 minutes in a supine or sitting position. The parameters evaluated from the participant ECG trace included QT interval and QTc (corrected). Corrected QTc intervals were calculated using Fridericia's correction formula. The baseline was defined as Day 1 pre-infusion measurement.

Time frame: Baseline (Day 1 pre-infusion); Day 3 pre and post-infusion

Population: Safety population included all participants who received at least 1 dose of the study treatment. Number analyzed is the number of participants available for analysis at the specified time points.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
GRF6021Change From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QT Interval: At Baseline422.1 msecStandard Deviation 31.13
GRF6021Change From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QT Interval: Change From Baseline on Day 3 (Prior to Infusion)2.6 msecStandard Deviation 36.64
GRF6021Change From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QT Interval: Change From Baseline on Day 3 (Post Infusion)-24.3 msecStandard Deviation 22.52
GRF6021Change From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QTcF: At Baseline429.1 msecStandard Deviation 22.38
GRF6021Change From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QTcF: Change From Baseline on Day 3 (Prior to Infusion)6.4 msecStandard Deviation 22.48
GRF6021Change From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QTcF: Change From Baseline on Day 3 (Post Infusion)-7.3 msecStandard Deviation 15.08
PlaceboChange From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QTcF: Change From Baseline on Day 3 (Prior to Infusion)-1.3 msecStandard Deviation 23.71
PlaceboChange From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QT Interval: At Baseline408.9 msecStandard Deviation 26.02
PlaceboChange From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QTcF: At Baseline416.4 msecStandard Deviation 16.68
PlaceboChange From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QT Interval: Change From Baseline on Day 3 (Prior to Infusion)-9.3 msecStandard Deviation 37.04
PlaceboChange From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QTcF: Change From Baseline on Day 3 (Post Infusion)-4.1 msecStandard Deviation 14.91
PlaceboChange From Baseline in ECG Parameters: QT Interval and QT Interval Corrected by the Fridericia Formula (QTcF)QT Interval: Change From Baseline on Day 3 (Post Infusion)-15.6 msecStandard Deviation 31.01
Secondary

Change From Baseline in Electrocardiogram (ECG) Parameter: Heart Rate

A 12-lead ECG was to be performed to obtain heart rate. The baseline was defined as Day 1 pre-infusion measurement.

Time frame: Baseline (Day 1 pre-infusion); Day 3 pre and post-infusion

Population: Safety population included all participants who received at least 1 dose of the study treatment. Number analyzed is the number of participants available for analysis at the specified time points.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
GRF6021Change From Baseline in Electrocardiogram (ECG) Parameter: Heart RateAt Baseline63.7 beats/minuteStandard Deviation 7.05
GRF6021Change From Baseline in Electrocardiogram (ECG) Parameter: Heart RateChange From Baseline on Day 3 (Prior to Infusion)1.2 beats/minuteStandard Deviation 9.16
GRF6021Change From Baseline in Electrocardiogram (ECG) Parameter: Heart RateChange From Baseline on Day 3 (Post Infusion)8.4 beats/minuteStandard Deviation 7.73
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Electrocardiogram (ECG) Parameter: Heart RateAt Baseline64.5 beats/minuteStandard Deviation 11.24
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Electrocardiogram (ECG) Parameter: Heart RateChange From Baseline on Day 3 (Prior to Infusion)5.1 beats/minuteStandard Deviation 11.08
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Electrocardiogram (ECG) Parameter: Heart RateChange From Baseline on Day 3 (Post Infusion)5.7 beats/minuteStandard Deviation 11.96
Secondary

Change From Baseline in Mental Health Score in the Short Form-36 (SF-36)

The SF-36 determines participants' overall quality of life by assessing 1) limitations in physical functioning due to health problems; 2) limitations in usual role because of physical health problems; 3) bodily pain; 4) general health perceptions; 5) vitality; 6) limitations in social functioning because of physical or emotional problems; 7) limitations in usual role due to emotional problems; and 8) general mental health. Items 5-8 primarily contribute to the mental component summary (MCS) score of the SF-36. The MCS ranges from 0 (worst) to 100 (best), and higher score indicates better mental health status. Positive change from baseline indicates improvement. The baseline was defined as Day -7 to -3 prior to surgery.

Time frame: At Baseline and end of study (approximately Day 46)

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
GRF6021Change From Baseline in Mental Health Score in the Short Form-36 (SF-36)Baseline56.7 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 10.16
GRF6021Change From Baseline in Mental Health Score in the Short Form-36 (SF-36)Change From Baseline at End of Study2.1 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 7.13
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Mental Health Score in the Short Form-36 (SF-36)Baseline57.6 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 8.5
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Mental Health Score in the Short Form-36 (SF-36)Change From Baseline at End of Study0.8 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 8.62
Secondary

Change From Baseline in Physical Health Score in the SF-36

The SF-36 determines participants' overall quality of life by assessing 1) limitations in physical functioning due to health problems; 2) limitations in usual role because of physical health problems; 3) bodily pain; 4) general health perceptions; 5) vitality; 6) limitations in social functioning because of physical or emotional problems; 7) limitations in usual role due to emotional problems; and 8) general mental health. Items 1-4 primarily contribute to the Physical Component Summary (PCS) score of the SF-36. The PCS ranges from 0 (worst) to 100 (best), and a higher score indicates better physical condition. Positive change from baseline indicates improvement. The baseline was defined as Day -7 to -3 prior to surgery.

Time frame: At Baseline and end of study (approximately Day 46)

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
GRF6021Change From Baseline in Physical Health Score in the SF-36Baseline32.7 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 6.87
GRF6021Change From Baseline in Physical Health Score in the SF-36Change From Baseline at End of Study4.0 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 7.92
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Physical Health Score in the SF-36Baseline34.9 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 9.68
PlaceboChange From Baseline in Physical Health Score in the SF-36Change From Baseline at End of Study3.3 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 9.9
Secondary

Change From Baseline in the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II)

The BDI-II is a 21-item questionnaire used to assess depression. Most items are rated on a 4-point scale from 0 to 3, and a few items are rated on a 7-point scale. Individual item scores are added to get a total BDI-II score from 0 to 63. The higher the total score, the more severe the depression, and the lower the total score, the less severe the depression. A negative change from baseline indicated an improvement. The baseline was defined as Day -7 to -3 prior to surgery.

Time frame: At Baseline and end of study (approximately Day 46)

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected. Overall number analyzed is the number of participants with data available for analysis.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
GRF6021Change From Baseline in the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II)Baseline7.3 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 9.47
GRF6021Change From Baseline in the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II)Change From Baseline at End of Study-3.2 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 9.28
PlaceboChange From Baseline in the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II)Baseline5.1 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 5.47
PlaceboChange From Baseline in the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II)Change From Baseline at End of Study-2.7 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 5.65
Secondary

Change in Functional Status Using the ActiGraph Wearable Device Providing Measurements for Physical Activity/Function and Sleep

At screening, participants were provided with an ActiGraph wearable device & approximately -7 to -3 days before surgery, they were instructed to wear the device. ActiGraph wearable device was used to monitor participants' physical activity, mobility & sleep. Functional status including heart rate & sleep time were collected during the study period except perioperative times when it was removed for surgery. ActiGraph high-dimensional data was analyzed using a standard EN algorithm which utilizes a penalized regression method particularly adapted to the analysis of highly correlated data, as it eliminates redundant parameters while retaining interrelated parameters. Raw data obtained over the entire observation period was entered into a classification model (iEN algorithm) that generated prediction values (presented below) for functional status changes. A prediction value of 1 &2 indicated perfect results (i.e., positive response to treatment) for GRF6021 & placebo groups, respectively.

Time frame: Baseline; Day 1, Day 3 up to approximately Day 46

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected. Overall number of participants analyzed is the number of participants available for analysis.

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
GRF6021Change in Functional Status Using the ActiGraph Wearable Device Providing Measurements for Physical Activity/Function and Sleep1.7007 predicted value
PlaceboChange in Functional Status Using the ActiGraph Wearable Device Providing Measurements for Physical Activity/Function and Sleep1.3861 predicted value
Secondary

Effects of GRF6021 on Plasma Proteomics

Blood samples collected were analyzed using the Somalogic SomaScan platform which provides a broad overview of proteomics changes by measuring approximately 7,000 proteins. It uses a highly multiplexed and high throughput aptamer-based proteomic technology and deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)-microarray-based detection. It provides concentration domain values as relative fluorescence units (RFUs). Proteomics high-dimensional data was analyzed using a standard EN algorithm which utilizes a penalized regression method particularly adapted to the analysis of highly correlated data, as it eliminates redundant parameters while retaining interrelated parameters. Raw data obtained from each sample was entered into a classification model (iEN algorithm) that generated prediction values for proteomics which are presented in the data table. A prediction value of 1 and 2 indicated perfect results (i.e., positive response to treatment) for the GRF6021 and the placebo group, respectively.

Time frame: Pre-infusion on Day 1 (baseline), 2 (before start of surgery and post surgery), and Day 3

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected. Overall number of participants analyzed is the number of participants available for analysis.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)
GRF6021Effects of GRF6021 on Plasma ProteomicsDay 1 (Baseline)1.4320 predicted value
GRF6021Effects of GRF6021 on Plasma ProteomicsDay 2 (Before Surgery Start)1.4189 predicted value
GRF6021Effects of GRF6021 on Plasma ProteomicsDay 2 (Post Surgery)1.1563 predicted value
GRF6021Effects of GRF6021 on Plasma ProteomicsDay 31.3971 predicted value
PlaceboEffects of GRF6021 on Plasma ProteomicsDay 31.6284 predicted value
PlaceboEffects of GRF6021 on Plasma ProteomicsDay 1 (Baseline)1.3716 predicted value
PlaceboEffects of GRF6021 on Plasma ProteomicsDay 2 (Post Surgery)1.7264 predicted value
PlaceboEffects of GRF6021 on Plasma ProteomicsDay 2 (Before Surgery Start)1.5245 predicted value
Secondary

End of Study (EOS) Treatment Comparison of the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC)

WOMAC is a widely utilized self-report measure of lower extremity symptoms and function. The WOMAC Likert Scale version used an 11-point scale anchored by the wording no pain and extreme pain for pain, and no difficulty and extreme difficulty for physical function. There were 5 questions for pain and 17 questions for physical function (total 22 questions). Scores (maximum 10) for each question of WOMAC were summed for an individual at the End of Study. The calculated scores were used to summarize the WOMAC score by treatment group. For this outcome measure, a full WOMAC score 0-220 point scale was used for data analysis. Higher scores on the WOMAC indicate worse pain and physical functional limitations.

Time frame: At end of study (approximately Day 46)

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected. Overall number analyzed is the number of participants with data available for analysis.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
GRF6021End of Study (EOS) Treatment Comparison of the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC)28.50 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 27.39
PlaceboEnd of Study (EOS) Treatment Comparison of the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC)37.30 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 38.8
Secondary

Number of Participants in Whom Intraoperative Blood Products Were Administered

Intraoperative blood products administered were summarized by WHO-DD Version 2018 ATC level 3 terms and standardized medication names.

Time frame: Day 2

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants in Whom Intraoperative Blood Products Were Administered0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants in Whom Intraoperative Blood Products Were Administered0 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants in Whom Intraoperative Fluids Were Administered

Intraoperative fluids administered were summarized by WHO Drug Dictionary (WHO-DD) Version 2018 Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) level 3 terms and standardized medication names.

Time frame: Day 2

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants in Whom Intraoperative Fluids Were Administered0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants in Whom Intraoperative Fluids Were Administered0 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative Anesthesia

Intraoperative anesthesia administered were summarized using WHO-DD Version 2018 ATC level 3 terms and standardized medication names.

Time frame: Day 2

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative AnesthesiaGeneral Anesthesia18 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative AnesthesiaLocal Anesthesia15 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants Who Received Intraoperative AnesthesiaLocal Anesthesia19 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants Who Received Intraoperative AnesthesiaGeneral Anesthesia19 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative Opioids

The number of participants with intraoperative opioids administered were summarized by WHO-DD Version 2018 ATC level 3 terms and standardized medication names.

Time frame: Day 2

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsOxycodone hydrochloride1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsHydrocodone2 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsCodeine1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsOxycodone17 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsHydromorphone hydrochloride0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsTramadol2 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsTramadol hydrochloride0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsHydromorphone9 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsTramadol hydrochloride1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsOxycodone19 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsHydrocodone3 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsTramadol3 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsOxycodone hydrochloride2 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsCodeine0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsHydromorphone hydrochloride1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants Who Received Intraoperative OpioidsHydromorphone6 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Blood Chemistry Values

Participants with abnormal chemistry values as assessed by the investigator are reported here. The marked reference range are as follows: calcium \<1.12 or \> 1.47 millimoles per liter (mmol/L) and sodium \< 130 or \> 150 mmol/L.

Time frame: At Screening and Day 3

Population: Safety population consisted of all participants who received at least 1 dose of the study treatment.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Blood Chemistry ValuesScreening: Calcium, Ionized (mmol/L): High > 1.471 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Blood Chemistry ValuesDay 3: Calcium, Ionized (mmol/L): Low < 1.120 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Blood Chemistry ValuesDay 3: Sodium (mmol/L): Low < 1300 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Blood Chemistry ValuesScreening: Calcium, Ionized (mmol/L): High > 1.470 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Blood Chemistry ValuesDay 3: Calcium, Ionized (mmol/L): Low < 1.121 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Blood Chemistry ValuesDay 3: Sodium (mmol/L): Low < 1301 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation Values

Participants with abnormal coagulation values as assessed by the investigator are reported here. The marked reference range are as follows: prothrombin international normalized ratio \> 1.3, prothrombin time \> 20 seconds, and activated partial thromboplastin time \> 45 seconds.

Time frame: At Screening and Day 3

Population: Safety population consisted of all participants who received at least 1 dose of the study treatment.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesAt Screening: Prothrombin Time (seconds): High > 201 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesDay 3: Prothrombin International Normalized Ratio: High > 1.34 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesDay 3: Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (seconds): High > 450 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesDay 3: Prothrombin Time (seconds): High > 202 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesAt Screening: Prothrombin International Normalized Ratio: High > 1.31 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesDay 3: Prothrombin Time (seconds): High > 203 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesAt Screening: Prothrombin International Normalized Ratio: High > 1.31 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesAt Screening: Prothrombin Time (seconds): High > 200 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesDay 3: Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (seconds): High > 452 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Coagulation ValuesDay 3: Prothrombin International Normalized Ratio: High > 1.33 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Hematology Values

Participants with abnormal hematology values as assessed by the investigator are reported here. Hematology abnormalities were only observed on Day 3. The marked reference range are as follows: hematocrit \< 30 or \> 58%, hemoglobin \< 10 or \> 20 grams per deciliter (g/dL) and Lymphocytes/Leukocytes \< 10 or \> 60%.

Time frame: Day 3

Population: Safety population consisted of all participants who received at least 1 dose of the study treatment.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Hematology ValuesDay 3: Hematocrit (%): Low < 306 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Hematology ValuesDay 3: Hemoglobin (g/dL): Low < 108 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Hematology ValuesDay 3: Lymphocytes/Leukocytes (%): Low < 103 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Hematology ValuesDay 3: Hematocrit (%): Low < 301 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Hematology ValuesDay 3: Hemoglobin (g/dL): Low < 104 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Hematology ValuesDay 3: Lymphocytes/Leukocytes (%): Low < 103 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Urinalysis Values

Participants with abnormal urinalysis values as assessed by the investigator are reported here. The normalized estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) values were (mL/min/surface area (SA)) \< 55.

Time frame: At Screening and Day 3

Population: Safety population consisted of all participants who received at least 1 dose of the study treatment.

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Urinalysis Values0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Laboratory Urinalysis Values0 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure Measurements

Participants with abnormal blood pressure measurements as assessed by the investigator are reported here. The following parameters were considered in the assessment of abnormal blood pressure measurements: systolic blood pressure \>180 millimeters of mercury (mmHg); systolic blood pressure \> 200 mmHg; diastolic blood pressure \< 50 mmHg.

Time frame: Pre-infusion at Days 1, 2 (Pre and Postoperative) and 3; At Post infusion on Day 1 (15, 30, 45, 60 mins); Day 2 Preoperative (15, 30, 45 mins); Postoperative (30 mins); Day 3 (15 and 30 mins); and 30 mins after end of each infusion

Population: Safety population included all participants who received at least 1 dose of the study treatment.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 1 (Prior to Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 1 (30 Minutes After End of Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (Prior to Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (15 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (30 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (45 Minutes Post Infusion)2 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 2 Postoperative (Prior to Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 200 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (15 Minutes Post Infusion)0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 200 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (30 Minutes Post Infusion)0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (Prior to Infusion)0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (15 Minutes Post Infusion)0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (30 Minutes Post Infusion)0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (45 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (60 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (30 Minutes After End of Infusion)0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (30 Minutes After End of Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 2 Postoperative (30 Minutes Post Infusion)0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 3 (Prior to Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 3 (15 Minutes Post Infusion)0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 3 (30 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 3 (30 Minutes After End of Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (15 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 1 (Prior to Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 3 (15 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 1 (30 Minutes After End of Infusion)0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (30 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (Prior to Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 2 Postoperative (30 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (15 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (45 Minutes Post Infusion)0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (30 Minutes Post Infusion)2 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 3 (30 Minutes After End of Infusion)0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (45 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (60 Minutes Post Infusion)0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 180 mmHg: On Day 2 Postoperative (Prior to Infusion)0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 3 (Prior to Infusion)0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 200 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (15 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (30 Minutes After End of Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsSystolic Blood Pressure > 200 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (30 Minutes Post Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 3 (30 Minutes Post Infusion)0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 1 (Prior to Infusion)1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Abnormal Vital Signs: Blood Pressure MeasurementsDiastolic Blood Pressure < 50 mmHg: On Day 2 Preoperative (30 Minutes After End of Infusion)2 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])

The 3D-CAM is a brief verbal assessment tool used to test participants for delirium. Each item in the instrument directly informs one of the 4 CAM features including acute onset of mental status change or fluctuating course of cognition, inattention, disorganized thinking, and altered level of consciousness. For all items on the assessment, the participants answered as incorrect, correct, no, or yes. The CAM algorithm is considered positive if the following features are present: Feature 1) Acute onset or fluctuating course and Feature 2) Inattention and either Feature 3) Disorganized thinking or Feature 4) Altered level of consciousness. Number of participants at baseline and postbaseline with delirium present or not present are reported here. The baseline was defined as Day 1 pre-infusion measurement.

Time frame: Baseline (Day 1 pre-infusion); Days 2 (post-infusion), and 3 (pre-infusion)

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Baseline: Delirium Present0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Baseline: Delirium Not Present18 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Change from Baseline at Day 2: Delirium Present2 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Change from Baseline at Day 2: Delirium Not Present16 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Change from Baseline at Day 3: Delirium Present0 Participants
GRF6021Number of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Change from Baseline at Day 3: Delirium Not Present18 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Change from Baseline at Day 3: Delirium Present0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Baseline: Delirium Present0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Change from Baseline at Day 2: Delirium Not Present19 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Baseline: Delirium Not Present19 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Change from Baseline at Day 3: Delirium Not Present19 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Change From Baseline in Delirium as Assessed Using 3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion Assessment Method (3-Minute Diagnostic Interview for Confusion [3D-CAM])Change from Baseline at Day 2: Delirium Present0 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Opioid Analgesic Consumption During Hospital Stay and After Discharge to End of Study

Time frame: From Day 2 (post-surgery) up to end of study (approximately Day 46)

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Number of Participants With Opioid Analgesic Consumption During Hospital Stay and After Discharge to End of Study18 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Opioid Analgesic Consumption During Hospital Stay and After Discharge to End of Study19 Participants
Secondary

Perioperative Outcome: Duration for Which Participants Were Under Anesthesia

The duration (in hours) for which a participant was under anesthesia is reported here.

Time frame: Day 2

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
GRF6021Perioperative Outcome: Duration for Which Participants Were Under Anesthesia3.0 hours
PlaceboPerioperative Outcome: Duration for Which Participants Were Under Anesthesia2.7 hours
Secondary

Perioperative Outcome: Duration of Stay in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

The duration (in hours) for which the participants stayed at the PACU is reported here.

Time frame: Day 2

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
GRF6021Perioperative Outcome: Duration of Stay in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)2.6 hours
PlaceboPerioperative Outcome: Duration of Stay in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)2.9 hours
Secondary

Perioperative Outcome: Estimated Blood Loss

Time frame: Day 2

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
GRF6021Perioperative Outcome: Estimated Blood Loss113.6 mLStandard Deviation 60
PlaceboPerioperative Outcome: Estimated Blood Loss135.8 mLStandard Deviation 96.63
Secondary

Perioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Class

ASA class ranges from ASA I - ASA VI. Higher ASA class with other factors (surgery type, frailty, and deconditioning) help predict greater perioperative risk. Normal healthy participants are categorized under ASA I, whereas participants with mild systematic disease and severe systematic disease are graded as ASA II and ASA III, respectively. If participants have severe systematic disease that is a constant threat to their life, they are graded as ASA IV. A moribund participant who is not expected to survive without the operation is classified as ASA V. ASA VI includes participants that are declared brain-dead and whose organs are being removed for donor purposes.

Time frame: Day 2

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
GRF6021Perioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassASA Il8 Participants
GRF6021Perioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassASA IV0 Participants
GRF6021Perioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassASA III10 Participants
GRF6021Perioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassASA V0 Participants
GRF6021Perioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassASA I0 Participants
PlaceboPerioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassASA V0 Participants
PlaceboPerioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassASA I0 Participants
PlaceboPerioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassASA Il12 Participants
PlaceboPerioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassASA III7 Participants
PlaceboPerioperative Outcome: Number of Participants in Each 5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) ClassASA IV0 Participants
Secondary

Perioperative Outcome: Surgery Duration

The duration (in hours) for which a participant underwent surgery i.e., primary hip or knee arthroplasty is reported here.

Time frame: Day 2

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
GRF6021Perioperative Outcome: Surgery Duration1.8 hours
PlaceboPerioperative Outcome: Surgery Duration1.6 hours
Secondary

Time to 50% Recovery of Baseline Value on the Surgery Recovery Scale (SRS)

SRS is sensitive & simple tool for assessment of functional recovery following major surgery & consist of 13 items. Impacts on daily activities are scored from 1 (not at all) to 5/6 (all the time). First 8 items were scored from 1 to 6. Rest were scored from 1 to 5. SRS scores were obtained by reversing responses (e.g., 1=6, 2=5, 3=4, 4=3, 5=2 and 6=1) to 5 negatively stated items (items 2, 4, 5, 6, and 7) & then summing across all scale items for an individual at baseline & each scheduled post-baseline time point. SRS total score range=13-63 where higher score indicated better recovery. For postoperative visits 'not applicable' responses were coded into same category as affirmations of 'not at all'. For all other time points 'not applicable' responses were coded as missing data. KM estimate of survival was to be used to summarize time (in Days) from date of randomization to 50% recovery of baseline value in SRS by treatment group. Baseline = Day -7 to -3 pre-infusion measurement.

Time frame: Baseline; Days 1 and 3 (pre-infusion) and thereafter up to the end of the study (approximately Day 46)

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
GRF6021Time to 50% Recovery of Baseline Value on the Surgery Recovery Scale (SRS)11.5 days
PlaceboTime to 50% Recovery of Baseline Value on the Surgery Recovery Scale (SRS)15.0 days
Secondary

Time to a Score of < 12/40 on a Subset of Questions From the WOMAC, Pain Subscale

WOMAC is a widely utilized self-report measure of lower extremity symptoms and function. The WOMAC Likert Scale version uses an 11-point scale anchored by the wording no pain (score=0) and extreme pain (score=10) for the pain subscale. The pain subscale consists of 4 items. The total score ranges from 0 (best) to 40 (worse). Higher scores on the WOMAC indicate worse pain. Kaplan Meier (KM) estimate of survival was used to summarize the time (in Days) from the date of randomization to the day when the participant had a non-missing score of \< 12. Right-censoring was used to produce Kaplan-Meier time-to-event estimates.

Time frame: Days 1 and 3 (pre-infusion) and thereafter up to Day 39

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
GRF6021Time to a Score of < 12/40 on a Subset of Questions From the WOMAC, Pain Subscale13.5 days
PlaceboTime to a Score of < 12/40 on a Subset of Questions From the WOMAC, Pain Subscale16.0 days
Secondary

Time to a Score of < 18/60 on a Subset of Questions From the WOMAC, Physical Function Subscale

WOMAC is a widely utilized self-report measures of lower extremity symptoms and function. WOMAC Likert Scale version uses an 11-point scale anchored by the wording no difficulty (score=0) and extreme difficulty (score=10) for physical function subscale. The physical function subscale consists of 6 items. The total score ranges from 0 (best) to 60 (worse). Higher scores on the WOMAC indicate more functional limitations. Kaplan Meier (KM) estimate of survival was used to summarize the time (in Days) from the date of randomization to the day when participant had a non-missing score of \< 18. Right-censoring was used to produce Kaplan-Meier time-to-event estimates.

Time frame: Days 1 and 3 (pre-infusion) and thereafter up to Day 39

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
GRF6021Time to a Score of < 18/60 on a Subset of Questions From the WOMAC, Physical Function Subscale18.0 days
PlaceboTime to a Score of < 18/60 on a Subset of Questions From the WOMAC, Physical Function Subscale18.0 days
Secondary

Time to Discharge

The Kaplan-Meier (KM) estimate of survival was used to summarize the time (in Days) from the date of randomization to discharge from the hospital by treatment group using median and inter quartile ranges: Q1 (25th percentile) and Q3 (75th percentile).

Time frame: Day 1 up to end of study (approximately Day 46)

Population: Evaluable population included all participants who received all 4 doses of study treatment and in whom all blood samples were collected.

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
GRF6021Time to Discharge2.0 days
PlaceboTime to Discharge2.0 days

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 6, 2026