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Effect of platelet concentrate on union of long-bone delayed union versus no treatment control
February 2019
Effect of platelet concentrate on union of long-bone delayed union versus no treatment control
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Role of isolated percutaneous autologous platelet concentrate in delayed union of long bones
Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol. 2018 Jul;28(5):985-990. doi: 10.1007/s00590-017-2077-7Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
40 patients with a delayed union of a long bone fracture were randomized to either receive or not receive autologous platelet concentrate application at the site of the fracture. The purpose of this study was to determine if there was a significant difference in the rate of progression to union within 36 weeks of injury between groups. Results demonstrated no significant difference in the rate of ...
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