
Lower nonunion rate with PRP-augmented cannulated screw fixation of femoral neck fracture

Lower nonunion rate with PRP-augmented cannulated screw fixation of femoral neck fracture
The role of platelet rich plasma in management of fracture neck femur: new insights
Int Orthop. 2016 May;40(5):1019-24Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
60 younger patients (20-45 years old) with a femoral neck fracture and scheduled for internal fixation with cannulated screws were randomized to fixation with or without platelet-rich plasma (PRP) augmentation. The purpose of this study was to evaluate if PRP administration within the cannulated screws was associated with a reduction in the incidence of fixation failure and nonunion. Results demon...
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