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The impact of submucosal PRP injection on wound healing after endoscopic sinus surgery: a randomized clinical trial
Konstantina Dinaki1, Nikolaos Grigoriadis2, Ioannis S Vizirianakis2,3
11st Academic ORL Department, AHEPA Hospital, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece. konnidin@windowslive.com.
Purpose:
Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a prevalent chronic disease observed on a global scale. The utilization of endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) has gained significant recognition as an effective intervention for individuals with CRS and nasal polyps who have not responded to conventional treatments. The need (or not) for revision surgery frequently relies on the promotion of optimal wound healing. The impact of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on tissue healing has been extensively examined in various surgical fields.
Methods:
The present prospective study involved 30 patients suffering with nasal polyposis who underwent endoscopic sinus surgery. 15 patients were assigned to the PRP group, and 15 patients to the control group. The clinical follow-up of the patients took place at specific intervals, at weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, and 12 after the surgical procedure. The evaluator identified the existence of adhesions, crusting, bleeding, granulation and infection using a visual analogue scale score. The patients also completed the SNOT 22 questionnaire prior to surgery and at each postoperative visit.
Results:
The present study observed a lower incidence of adhesion, infection, hemorrhage and granulation in the PRP group. Furthermore, a statistically significant difference was detected between the groups.
Conclusion:
Based on the findings of the present investigation, it seems that platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is beneficial on wound healing during the early stages following the surgical procedure. The technique is characterized by its limited invasiveness, which contributes to its low risk profile and the achievement of clinically good outcomes.
