Platelet-Rich Plasma and the Upper Extremity - 24/10/12
, Pietro Randelli, MD b, Cameron Barr, MD c, Tazio Talamonti, MD b, Vincenza Ragone, MEng d, Paolo Cabitza, MD b
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Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a fraction of whole blood containing powerful growth factors and cytokines. Preclinical studies suggest PRP may be useful for tendon repair or regeneration. Clinical investigations have focused on the treatment of chronic lateral epicondylar tendinopathy and rotator cuff pathology. Multiple controlled studies support the use of PRP for chronic tennis elbow. Rotator cuff studies, however, have produced conflicting results based on PRP formulation, surgical technique, and size of tendon tear. This article explores the scientific rational for using PRP, its various formulations, and the emerging clinical data. Future potential applications are also explored.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Platelet-rich plasma, Tennis elbow, Lateral epicondylitis, Rotator cuff repair, Tendinopathy, PRP
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| Disclosures: Biomet Biologics provided research support for some of the articles discussed in this review. |
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| Financial disclosure: Dr Mishra has license agreements with Biomet Biologics, BioParadox, and ThermoGenesis. |
Vol 28 - N° 4
P. 481-491 - novembre 2012 Retour au numéro
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