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Preparation, Procedures and Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis
Published on: January 4, 2019
Musculoskeletal applications of platelet-rich plasma: fad or future?
Kenneth S Lee1, John J Wilson, David P Rabago
1Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, 53792, USA. klee2@uwhealth.org
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.
