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Musculoskeletal applications of platelet-rich plasma: Fad or future?

  • Kenneth S. Lee
  • , John J. Wilson
  • , David P. Rabago
  • , Geoffrey S. Baer
  • , Jon A. Jacobson
  • , Camilo G. Borrero

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Abstract

OBJECTIVE. The purpose of this article is to detail the biology of platelet-rich plasma (PRP), critically review the existing literature, and discuss future research applications needed to adopt PRP as a mainstay treatment method for common musculoskeletal injuries. CONCLUSION. Any promising minimally invasive therapy such as PRP deserves further investigation to avoid surgery. Diagnostic imaging outcome assessments, including ultrasound-guided needle precision, should be included in future investigations.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)628-636
Number of pages9
JournalAmerican Journal of Roentgenology
Volume196
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 2011

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

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