Platelet-rich plasma and the upper extremity.
Hand Clin
; 28(4): 481-91, 2012 Nov.
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| ID: mdl-23101598
ABSTRACT
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.
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Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Codo de Tenista
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Plasma Rico en Plaquetas
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Hand Clin
Asunto de la revista:
ORTOPEDIA
Año:
2012
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos