Amide derivatives of hyaluronic acid in osteoarthrosis

摘要

The present invention concerns amide derivatives of hyaluronic acid (HA) and biomaterials made of amide derivatives of hyaluronic acid (HA), particularly the hexadecylamide of HA, administered by the intra-articular route as a partial/total substitute for synovial fluid to treat joints affected by osteoarthrosis (OA) as well as cases of joint inflammation and/or trauma that cause damage to the cartilage and/or synovia (associated with pain). Lastly, we describe and claim their use in the treatment of joints where the entire structure shows signs of wear due to physiological aging.