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Synopsis: Six studies involving 422 patients with chronic midportion Achilles tendinopathy were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis comparing PRP injections with nonoperative treatments.Pooled outcomes included VISA-A scores and maximal Achilles tendon (AT) thickness across three time points (3, 6, and 12 months).No significant differences were observed in functional outcomes (VISA-A score) or tendon thickness between PRP and control groups at any time point (e.g., short-term VISA-A, p = 0.29; intermediate-term AT thickness, p = 0.20). This review suggests... Read More »
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