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Plasma rich in growth factors intra-articular infiltrations effective and safe for knee OA
October 2014
Plasma rich in growth factors intra-articular infiltrations effective and safe for knee OA
Study Type:Systematic review
OE Level Evidence:3
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Efficacy and Safety of Plasma Rich in Growth Factors Intra-Articular Infiltrations in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis
Arthroscopy. 2014 Aug;30(8):1006-1017Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
This systematic review identified 5 studies (2 randomized controlled trials, 2 prospective studies, 1 retrospective analysis) that compared plasma rich in growth factors (PRGF) to a control group for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis symptoms, with the aim of determining the efficacy and safety of PRGF. Final analysis revealed PRGF intra-articular infiltrations reduced pain and did not inflict...
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