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Erschienen in: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery 2/2013

01.02.2013 | Orthopaedic Surgery

Can platelet-rich plasma (PRP) improve bone healing? A comparison between the theory and experimental outcomes

verfasst von: Angad Malhotra, Matthew H. Pelletier, Yan Yu, William R. Walsh

Erschienen in: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery | Ausgabe 2/2013

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Abstract

The increased concentration of platelets within platelet-rich plasma (PRP) provides a vehicle to deliver supra-physiologic concentrations of growth factors to an injury site, possibly accelerating or otherwise improving connective tissue regeneration. This potential benefit has led to the application of PRP in several applications; however, inconsistent results have limited widespread adoption in bone healing. This review provides a core understanding of the bone healing mechanisms, and corresponds this to the factors present in PRP. In addition, the current state of the art of PRP preparation, the key aspects that may influence its effectiveness, and treatment outcomes as they relate specifically to bone defect healing are presented. Although PRP does have a sound scientific basis, its use for bone healing appears only beneficial when used in combination with osteoconductive scaffolds; however, neither allograft nor autograft appear to be appropriate carriers. Aggressive processing techniques and very high concentrations of PRP may not improve healing outcomes. Moreover, many other variables exist in PRP preparation and use that influence its efficacy; the effect of these variables should be understood when considering PRP use. This review includes the essentials of what has been established, what is currently missing in the literature, and recommendations for future directions.
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Metadaten
Titel
Can platelet-rich plasma (PRP) improve bone healing? A comparison between the theory and experimental outcomes
verfasst von
Angad Malhotra
Matthew H. Pelletier
Yan Yu
William R. Walsh
Publikationsdatum
01.02.2013
Verlag
Springer-Verlag
Erschienen in
Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery / Ausgabe 2/2013
Print ISSN: 0936-8051
Elektronische ISSN: 1434-3916
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-012-1641-1

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