Platelet-rich plasma for muscle injuries: A systematic review of the basic science literature
2019; Springer Science+Business Media; Volume: 10; Issue: 7 Linguagem: Inglês
10.5312/wjo.v10.i7.278
ISSN2218-5836
AutoresKyle N. Kunze, Charles P. Hannon, Jared Fialkoff, Rachel M. Frank, Brian J. Cole,
Tópico(s)Knee injuries and reconstruction techniques
ResumoBACKGROUNDPlatelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an increasingly used biologic adjunct for muscle injuries, as it is thought to expedite healing.Despite its widespread use, little is known regarding the mechanisms by which PRP produces its efficacious effects in some patients. AIMTo clarify the effects of PRP on muscular pathologies at the cellular and tissue levels by evaluating the basic science literature.
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