Enlivex Announces the Dosing of the First Patient in a Phase I Trial Evaluating Allocetra in Patients with TMJ Osteoarthritis

Company Overview - Enlivex Therapeutics Ltd. is a clinical-stage company focused on macrophage reprogramming immunotherapy, specifically developing Allocetra™ [1][6] - Allocetra™ is designed as a universal, off-the-shelf cell therapy aimed at restoring macrophage homeostasis, which is critical for immune system balance and addressing life-threatening conditions [4][6] Clinical Trial Announcement - The first patient has been dosed in a Phase I trial to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and initial efficacy of Allocetra™ for treating temporomandibular joint (TMJ) osteoarthritis [1][3] - The trial is being conducted by the Rheumatology Unit and the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Sheba Medical Center, which is ranked among the top 10 hospitals globally [2] Trial Details - The trial aims to recruit six patients who have not adequately responded to conventional therapies for TMJ osteoarthritis [3] - Primary safety endpoints will measure the frequency and severity of adverse events, while efficacy endpoints will assess changes in TMJ pain, joint functionality, and other disease parameters over 12 months [3] TMJ Osteoarthritis Insights - TMJ disorders affect 5% to 12% of the global population, with an annual health cost estimated at $4 billion [5][8] - TMJ osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis in the TMJ, leading to pain and stiffness, and currently lacks effective long-term treatments [5][8]