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Effects of Blood-flow Restricted Exercise Compared to Standard Rehabilitation in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis

Primary Purpose

Osteoarthritis, Knee

Status
Enrolling by invitation
Phase
Not Applicable
Locations
Denmark
Study Type
Interventional
Intervention
BFR (Blood-Flow Restricted exercise)
Standard rehabilitation
Sponsored by
Bispebjerg Hospital
About
Eligibility
Locations
Arms
Outcomes
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About this trial

This is an interventional treatment trial for Osteoarthritis, Knee focused on measuring Osteoarthritis, Blood-flow restriction, Exercise

Eligibility Criteria

undefined - undefined (Child, Adult, Older Adult)All SexesDoes not accept healthy volunteers

Inclusion Criteria:

  • All participants must meet the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) criteria for OA 35.
  • Visible OA on X-ray pictures (Kellgren & Lawrence grade 2-3).
  • Unilateral pain and functional limitation for a minimum of 3 months.
  • Be able to voluntarily (i.e. unassisted) perform a 90 degrees flexion in the knee.
  • Be able to perform the machine exercise (knee extension) planned for the BFR training.
  • Danish-speaking.
  • No longer travel planned within the intervention period.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Kellgren & Lawrence grade 4.
  • Bilateral OA-symptoms.
  • Prior knee- or hip alloplasty.
  • Glucocorticosteroid injection in the knee within the last 6 months.
  • Inflammatory arthritis.
  • Known neurotic disease such as multiple sclerosis or peripheral neuropathy.
  • Prior myocardial infarct or apoplexy, or chest pain during physical activity.
  • Other health related or medical conditions which makes it impossible participate in the study.

Furthermore, it is an exclusion criterium in the following conditions where use of pneumatic occlusion would be considered contraindicated:

  • Peripheral vascular disease
  • Excessive varicose veins
  • Prior history of deep venous thrombosis
  • Venous insufficiency causing edema in the lower legs
  • Systolic blood pressure over 160 mmHg or under 100 mmHg

Sites / Locations

  • Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy / Institute of Sports Medicine Copenhagen, Bispebjerg Hospital

Arms of the Study

Arm 1

Arm 2

Arm Type

Experimental

Active Comparator

Arm Label

BFR (Blood-Flow Restricted exercise)

Standard rehabilitation

Arm Description

The BFR training intervention group will perform low load blood-flow restricted exercise. Training twice a week for 12 weeks. The group will also attend a two hours education lecture with osteoarthritis information.

The standard rehabilitation group will be offered participation in the Good Life with osteoArthritis in Denmark programme (GLA:D). The programme includes supervised team group training twice a week for 8 weeks and an education lecture. The GLA:D programme will be followed by 4 weeks of team group training continuing the exercises from the GLA:D programme.

Outcomes

Primary Outcome Measures

Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) - Pain subscale
KOOS is a patient reported outcome instrument to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems. KOOS consists of 5 subscales; Pain, other Symptoms, Function in daily living (ADL), Function in sport and recreation (Sport/Rec) and knee related Quality of life (QOL). Primary outcome will be an assessment of the Pain subscale as a total KOOS score has not been validated. A normalized score for the entire subscale will be calculated and reported, ranging from zero (extreme symptoms) to 100 (no symptoms).
Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) - Pain subscale
KOOS is a patient reported outcome instrument to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems. KOOS consists of 5 subscales; Pain, other Symptoms, Function in daily living (ADL), Function in sport and recreation (Sport/Rec) and knee related Quality of life (QOL). Primary outcome will be an assessment of the Pain subscale as a total KOOS score has not been validated. A normalized score for the entire subscale will be calculated and reported, ranging from zero (extreme symptoms) to 100 (no symptoms).
Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) - Pain subscale
KOOS is a patient reported outcome instrument to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems. KOOS consists of 5 subscales; Pain, other Symptoms, Function in daily living (ADL), Function in sport and recreation (Sport/Rec) and knee related Quality of life (QOL). Primary outcome will be an assessment of the Pain subscale as a total KOOS score has not been validated. A normalized score for the entire subscale will be calculated and reported, ranging from zero (extreme symptoms) to 100 (no symptoms).
Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) - Pain subscale
KOOS is a patient reported outcome instrument to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems. KOOS consists of 5 subscales; Pain, other Symptoms, Function in daily living (ADL), Function in sport and recreation (Sport/Rec) and knee related Quality of life (QOL). Primary outcome will be an assessment of the Pain subscale as a total KOOS score has not been validated. A normalized score for the entire subscale will be calculated and reported, ranging from zero (extreme symptoms) to 100 (no symptoms).

Secondary Outcome Measures

Myofiber Cross-Sectional Area (CSA)
Quadriceps myofiber cross-sectional area will be measured using a GE Logiq E10 Logic View ultrasound to generate panoramic CSA images. Orientated in the axial-plane, the ultrasound probe is positioned perpendicularly, and a water-based gel is used to promote acoustic contact between the skin and the probe. The probe is moved manually with a slow and continuous movement from the lateral to the medial part of quadriceps along a marked line on the skin. The anatomical site for all measurements will be at 50% of the distance between the lateral condyle and greater trochanter of the femur.
Pain Pressure Threshold (PPT)
PPT is measured by a handheld pain pressure algometer at three different locations bilaterally. Most painful area in the medial joint line, tibialis anterior, and the muscle belly of extensor carpi radialis.
Maximal Voluntary Isometric Contraction (MVIC)
MVIC of the knee extensors is obtained during static knee extension in a KinCom, isokinetic dynamometer, at a knee joint angle of 70 degrees (0 degrees = full knee extension).
Rate of Force Development (RFD)
RFD of the knee extensors is obtained during static knee extension in a KinCom, isokinetic dynamometer, at a knee joint angle of 70 degrees (0 degrees = full knee extension).
4x10m Fast-Paced Walk Test (40m-FWT)
The 40m-FWT is a test of walking speed over short distances and changing direction during walking. It measures the total time it takes to walk 4 * 10 m excluding turns (m/s).
30-second Chair Stand Test (30-s CST)
The 30-s CST is used for testing leg strength and endurance. The 30-s CST will be assessed using a chair (seat height: 43-44 cm) with armrests. The 30-s CST measures the number of sit-to-stand repetitions completed within 30-s.
Stair Climb Test (SCT)
The SCT involves ascending and descending 10 stairs measuring 18 cm rise / 92 cm width. Each participant is asked to ascend/descend the stairs at their ''natural'' pace (without resting). One trial to ascend and descend is timed and recorded electronically.
Myocellular component (Stem cells) assessed using muscle biopsies
Muscle biopsies will be obtained for determination of important myocellular components (number of muscular stem cells). It will be assessed by obtaining needle biopsies (100-150 mg). The biopsies will be obtained unilaterally from the middle portion of the vastus lateralis muscle using the percutaneous needle biopsy technique of Bergström.
Myocellular component (Fiber area) assessed using muscle biopsies
Muscle biopsies will be obtained for determination of important myocellular components (fiber area in diameter: μm2). It will be assessed by obtaining needle biopsies (100-150 mg). The biopsies will be obtained unilaterally from the middle portion of the vastus lateralis muscle using the percutaneous needle biopsy technique of Bergström.
Myocellular component (Myonuclei) assessed using muscle biopsies
Muscle biopsies will be obtained for determination of important myocellular components (number of myonuclei). It will be assessed by obtaining needle biopsies (100-150 mg). The biopsies will be obtained unilaterally from the middle portion of the vastus lateralis muscle using the percutaneous needle biopsy technique of Bergström.
Maximal lower limb muscle power
Explosive lower limb muscle power will be assessed during a single-legged extensor power-rig. Subjects will be seated in the power-rig chair and pushes away the footplate connected to a flywheel as hard and fast as possible.
Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS)
KOOS is a patient reported outcome instrument to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems. KOOS consists of 5 subscales; Pain, other Symptoms, Function in daily living (ADL), Function in sport and recreation (Sport/Rec) and knee related Quality of life (QOL). A normalized score for the total KOOS score will be calculated and reported, ranging from zero (extreme symptoms) to 100 (no symptoms).
Oxford Knee Score
The Oxford Knee Score is a patient reported outcome measure that consists of 12 questions about an individual's level of function, activities of daily living and how they have been affected by pain over the preceding four weeks. Each question is scored from 0-4 where four is the best outcome and total scores range from 0 (poorest function) to 48 (maximal function).

Full Information

First Posted
June 11, 2022
Last Updated
November 14, 2022
Sponsor
Bispebjerg Hospital
Collaborators
University of Southern Denmark, Gigtforeningen, Sygekassernes Helsefond, AP Moeller Foundation, Aase and Ejnar Danielsens Foundation, Praksisfonen, FAPS
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1. Study Identification

Unique Protocol Identification Number
NCT05437770
Brief Title
Effects of Blood-flow Restricted Exercise Compared to Standard Rehabilitation in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis
Official Title
Effects of Low-intensity Blood-flow Restricted Exercise Compared to Standard Rehabilitation in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis - a Randomized Controlled Trial
Study Type
Interventional

2. Study Status

Record Verification Date
November 2022
Overall Recruitment Status
Enrolling by invitation
Study Start Date
January 1, 2022 (Actual)
Primary Completion Date
March 31, 2024 (Anticipated)
Study Completion Date
December 31, 2024 (Anticipated)

3. Sponsor/Collaborators

Responsible Party, by Official Title
Principal Investigator
Name of the Sponsor
Bispebjerg Hospital
Collaborators
University of Southern Denmark, Gigtforeningen, Sygekassernes Helsefond, AP Moeller Foundation, Aase and Ejnar Danielsens Foundation, Praksisfonen, FAPS

4. Oversight

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product
No
Data Monitoring Committee
Yes

5. Study Description

Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of low-intensity BFR exercise on joint pain, muscle mass, and mechanical muscle function compared to standard rehabilitering in adults with knee-OA.
Detailed Description
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common disease in Denmark with high socioeconomical costs. Representing the most widespread non-medical and non-operative treatment modality both internationally and in Denmark, knee-OA patients often are offered a combination of patient education, weight loss counseling and physical exercise. In Denmark the GLA:D (Good Life with osteoArthritis in Denmark) concept is a nationwide training paradigm which is a combination of education and supervised neuromuscular exercise (NEMEX). Physical exercise including conventional strength training has shown positive results on OA, however a large proportion of OA-patients are forced to refrain from this type of training to excessive joint- and muscle pain during and following the training sessions. A more joint protecting type of training (BFR = Blood-Flow Restricted exercise), which are performed using low training load (<30% of maximum load) and with a reduced blood flow to the working muscles, has shown similar results to conventional heavy strength training. Based on these observations BFR exercise seems to represent an attractive training modality in patients with knee-OA. The aim of the present study is to investigate the effect of low-intensity BFR exercise on joint pain, muscle mass, and mechanical muscle function compared to SR in adults with knee-OA. A second aim is to investigate if 12 weeks of training is more efficient compared to 8 weeks of training. Patients diagnosed with knee-OA are eligible to participate. Inclusion takes place via the Institute of Sportsmedicine (ISMC), and the Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy at Bispebjerg Hospital. Patients will be called in for a preparatory examination by one of the attending physicians. At the consultation a standard clinical assessment will be performed and the participant will be examined for meeting the explicit inclusion or exclusion criteria of the study. If the participant after receiving all oral and written information wishes to participate in the study, an informed consent will be obtained. Randomization procedures will be performed. A randomized controlled trial design with two groups; 1) BFR, and 2) Standard rehabilitation. A total sample size of 90 participants are needed when assuming a 10 % dropout. The intervention period will last 12 consecutive weeks with 2 weekly training sessions at several chosen physiotherapy clinics (standard rehabilitation) and at Bispebjerg Hospital (BFR). Participants in the standard rehabilitation group will be offered participation in the GLA:D programme supervised by GLA:D certified physiotherapists. The BFR group will be trained by instructors who are experienced in BFR exercise. Testing will take place before the intervention period, after 8 weeks of training and at the end of the intervention (12 weeks) except for the muscle biopsies which will take place before the intervention period and at the end (12 weeks). Patient-reported questionnaires will furthermore be assessed 6 months after the intervention period. Patients will be tested at Bispebjerg Hospital for a number of different outcome measures including joint- and muscle pain, functional level and mechanical muscle function (strength and muscle mass).

6. Conditions and Keywords

Primary Disease or Condition Being Studied in the Trial, or the Focus of the Study
Osteoarthritis, Knee
Keywords
Osteoarthritis, Blood-flow restriction, Exercise

7. Study Design

Primary Purpose
Treatment
Study Phase
Not Applicable
Interventional Study Model
Parallel Assignment
Masking
Outcomes Assessor
Masking Description
Outcome assessor will be blinded to intervention allocation.
Allocation
Randomized
Enrollment
90 (Anticipated)

8. Arms, Groups, and Interventions

Arm Title
BFR (Blood-Flow Restricted exercise)
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
The BFR training intervention group will perform low load blood-flow restricted exercise. Training twice a week for 12 weeks. The group will also attend a two hours education lecture with osteoarthritis information.
Arm Title
Standard rehabilitation
Arm Type
Active Comparator
Arm Description
The standard rehabilitation group will be offered participation in the Good Life with osteoArthritis in Denmark programme (GLA:D). The programme includes supervised team group training twice a week for 8 weeks and an education lecture. The GLA:D programme will be followed by 4 weeks of team group training continuing the exercises from the GLA:D programme.
Intervention Type
Other
Intervention Name(s)
BFR (Blood-Flow Restricted exercise)
Intervention Description
The BFR group performs unilateral training with the knee-OA diagnosed leg first. BFR exercise is performed with a pneumatic cuff placed at the top of the thigh on the leg being trained. The cuff will be inflated to 60-80 % of the total arterial occlusion pressure (AOP). The participant will afterwards perform training of the knee extensors in a leg press exercise machine and a leg extension exercise machine with a load corresponding to 30 % of the maximal load (1RM = Repetition Maximum).
Intervention Type
Other
Intervention Name(s)
Standard rehabilitation
Intervention Description
The GLA:D programme involves a circuit training program with four stations. Each station involves two to six exercises where the participants perform 10-15 repetitions over 2-3 sets, which depends on the participants pain- and functional level. Following the 8 weeks GLA:D programme, participants will continue 4 weeks of team group training performing similar neuromuscular lower limb exercises as for the first 8 weeks.
Primary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) - Pain subscale
Description
KOOS is a patient reported outcome instrument to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems. KOOS consists of 5 subscales; Pain, other Symptoms, Function in daily living (ADL), Function in sport and recreation (Sport/Rec) and knee related Quality of life (QOL). Primary outcome will be an assessment of the Pain subscale as a total KOOS score has not been validated. A normalized score for the entire subscale will be calculated and reported, ranging from zero (extreme symptoms) to 100 (no symptoms).
Time Frame
Baseline (0 weeks)
Title
Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) - Pain subscale
Description
KOOS is a patient reported outcome instrument to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems. KOOS consists of 5 subscales; Pain, other Symptoms, Function in daily living (ADL), Function in sport and recreation (Sport/Rec) and knee related Quality of life (QOL). Primary outcome will be an assessment of the Pain subscale as a total KOOS score has not been validated. A normalized score for the entire subscale will be calculated and reported, ranging from zero (extreme symptoms) to 100 (no symptoms).
Time Frame
8 weeks of training.
Title
Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) - Pain subscale
Description
KOOS is a patient reported outcome instrument to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems. KOOS consists of 5 subscales; Pain, other Symptoms, Function in daily living (ADL), Function in sport and recreation (Sport/Rec) and knee related Quality of life (QOL). Primary outcome will be an assessment of the Pain subscale as a total KOOS score has not been validated. A normalized score for the entire subscale will be calculated and reported, ranging from zero (extreme symptoms) to 100 (no symptoms).
Time Frame
12 weeks of training.
Title
Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) - Pain subscale
Description
KOOS is a patient reported outcome instrument to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems. KOOS consists of 5 subscales; Pain, other Symptoms, Function in daily living (ADL), Function in sport and recreation (Sport/Rec) and knee related Quality of life (QOL). Primary outcome will be an assessment of the Pain subscale as a total KOOS score has not been validated. A normalized score for the entire subscale will be calculated and reported, ranging from zero (extreme symptoms) to 100 (no symptoms).
Time Frame
6 months after the training intervention period.
Secondary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Myofiber Cross-Sectional Area (CSA)
Description
Quadriceps myofiber cross-sectional area will be measured using a GE Logiq E10 Logic View ultrasound to generate panoramic CSA images. Orientated in the axial-plane, the ultrasound probe is positioned perpendicularly, and a water-based gel is used to promote acoustic contact between the skin and the probe. The probe is moved manually with a slow and continuous movement from the lateral to the medial part of quadriceps along a marked line on the skin. The anatomical site for all measurements will be at 50% of the distance between the lateral condyle and greater trochanter of the femur.
Time Frame
Baseline (0 weeks), 8 weeks and 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period)
Title
Pain Pressure Threshold (PPT)
Description
PPT is measured by a handheld pain pressure algometer at three different locations bilaterally. Most painful area in the medial joint line, tibialis anterior, and the muscle belly of extensor carpi radialis.
Time Frame
Baseline (0 weeks), 8 weeks and 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period)
Title
Maximal Voluntary Isometric Contraction (MVIC)
Description
MVIC of the knee extensors is obtained during static knee extension in a KinCom, isokinetic dynamometer, at a knee joint angle of 70 degrees (0 degrees = full knee extension).
Time Frame
Baseline (0 weeks), 8 weeks and 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period)
Title
Rate of Force Development (RFD)
Description
RFD of the knee extensors is obtained during static knee extension in a KinCom, isokinetic dynamometer, at a knee joint angle of 70 degrees (0 degrees = full knee extension).
Time Frame
Baseline (0 weeks), 8 weeks and 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period)
Title
4x10m Fast-Paced Walk Test (40m-FWT)
Description
The 40m-FWT is a test of walking speed over short distances and changing direction during walking. It measures the total time it takes to walk 4 * 10 m excluding turns (m/s).
Time Frame
At baseline (0 weeks), 8 weeks, 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period)
Title
30-second Chair Stand Test (30-s CST)
Description
The 30-s CST is used for testing leg strength and endurance. The 30-s CST will be assessed using a chair (seat height: 43-44 cm) with armrests. The 30-s CST measures the number of sit-to-stand repetitions completed within 30-s.
Time Frame
At baseline (0 weeks), 8 weeks, 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period).
Title
Stair Climb Test (SCT)
Description
The SCT involves ascending and descending 10 stairs measuring 18 cm rise / 92 cm width. Each participant is asked to ascend/descend the stairs at their ''natural'' pace (without resting). One trial to ascend and descend is timed and recorded electronically.
Time Frame
At baseline (0 weeks), 8 weeks, 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period).
Title
Myocellular component (Stem cells) assessed using muscle biopsies
Description
Muscle biopsies will be obtained for determination of important myocellular components (number of muscular stem cells). It will be assessed by obtaining needle biopsies (100-150 mg). The biopsies will be obtained unilaterally from the middle portion of the vastus lateralis muscle using the percutaneous needle biopsy technique of Bergström.
Time Frame
Baseline (0 weeks) and 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period)
Title
Myocellular component (Fiber area) assessed using muscle biopsies
Description
Muscle biopsies will be obtained for determination of important myocellular components (fiber area in diameter: μm2). It will be assessed by obtaining needle biopsies (100-150 mg). The biopsies will be obtained unilaterally from the middle portion of the vastus lateralis muscle using the percutaneous needle biopsy technique of Bergström.
Time Frame
Baseline (0 weeks) and 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period)
Title
Myocellular component (Myonuclei) assessed using muscle biopsies
Description
Muscle biopsies will be obtained for determination of important myocellular components (number of myonuclei). It will be assessed by obtaining needle biopsies (100-150 mg). The biopsies will be obtained unilaterally from the middle portion of the vastus lateralis muscle using the percutaneous needle biopsy technique of Bergström.
Time Frame
Baseline (0 weeks) and 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period)
Title
Maximal lower limb muscle power
Description
Explosive lower limb muscle power will be assessed during a single-legged extensor power-rig. Subjects will be seated in the power-rig chair and pushes away the footplate connected to a flywheel as hard and fast as possible.
Time Frame
Baseline (0 weeks), 8 weeks and 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period)
Title
Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS)
Description
KOOS is a patient reported outcome instrument to assess the patient's opinion about their knee and associated problems. KOOS consists of 5 subscales; Pain, other Symptoms, Function in daily living (ADL), Function in sport and recreation (Sport/Rec) and knee related Quality of life (QOL). A normalized score for the total KOOS score will be calculated and reported, ranging from zero (extreme symptoms) to 100 (no symptoms).
Time Frame
At baseline (0 weeks), 8 weeks, 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period) and 6 months after the intervention period.
Title
Oxford Knee Score
Description
The Oxford Knee Score is a patient reported outcome measure that consists of 12 questions about an individual's level of function, activities of daily living and how they have been affected by pain over the preceding four weeks. Each question is scored from 0-4 where four is the best outcome and total scores range from 0 (poorest function) to 48 (maximal function).
Time Frame
At baseline (0 weeks), 8 weeks, 12 weeks (the end of the intervention period) and 6 months after the intervention period.

10. Eligibility

Sex
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: All participants must meet the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) criteria for OA 35. Visible OA on X-ray pictures (Kellgren & Lawrence grade 2-3). Unilateral pain and functional limitation for a minimum of 3 months. Be able to voluntarily (i.e. unassisted) perform a 90 degrees flexion in the knee. Be able to perform the machine exercise (knee extension) planned for the BFR training. Danish-speaking. No longer travel planned within the intervention period. Exclusion Criteria: Kellgren & Lawrence grade 4. Bilateral OA-symptoms. Prior knee- or hip alloplasty. Glucocorticosteroid injection in the knee within the last 6 months. Inflammatory arthritis. Known neurotic disease such as multiple sclerosis or peripheral neuropathy. Prior myocardial infarct or apoplexy, or chest pain during physical activity. Other health related or medical conditions which makes it impossible participate in the study. Furthermore, it is an exclusion criterium in the following conditions where use of pneumatic occlusion would be considered contraindicated: Peripheral vascular disease Excessive varicose veins Prior history of deep venous thrombosis Venous insufficiency causing edema in the lower legs Systolic blood pressure over 160 mmHg or under 100 mmHg
Overall Study Officials:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Finn E Johannsen, MD
Organizational Affiliation
Institute of Sports Medicine
Official's Role
Principal Investigator
Facility Information:
Facility Name
Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy / Institute of Sports Medicine Copenhagen, Bispebjerg Hospital
City
Copenhagen
ZIP/Postal Code
2400
Country
Denmark

12. IPD Sharing Statement

Plan to Share IPD
No
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