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Platelet-rich plasma injections: a successful treatment for osteochrondral lesion symptoms

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May 2013

Platelet-rich plasma injections: a successful treatment for osteochrondral lesion symptoms

Vol: 2| Issue: 4| Number:14| ISSN#: 2564-2537
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A

Platelet-rich plasma or hyaluronate in the management of osteochondral lesions of the talus

Am J Sports Med. 2012 Mar;40(3):534-41. Epub 2012 Jan 17.

Contributing Authors:
O Mei-Dan MR Carmont L Laver G Mann N Maffulli M Nyska

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Synopsis

32 patients with osteochondral lesions of the talus, that were unresponsive to other non-operative treatment modalities, were randomized to injections with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) using a plasma rich in growth factors technique (PRGF) or hyaluronic acid (HA). Follow-up at 4, 14, and 28 weeks after the injection indicated that PRP is a safe and efficacious treatment for osteochondral lesions pro...

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