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Preparation, Procedures and Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis
Published on: January 4, 2019
Editorial Commentary: Should Platelet-Rich Plasma Be the New Standard? Reframing Biologic Strategies for Knee
Abstract:
Knee osteoarthritis remains one of the most challenging conditions in nonoperative orthopaedics. While hyaluronic acid has long been established in our injectable algorithm, evidence is increasing that platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can offer superior and longer-lasting outcomes. Based on data emerging from high-quality, double-blinded, randomized trials, we may now recognize the superiority of PRP as an alternative to other biologic therapies as well. A reconsideration of the hierarchy of intra-articular treatments is necessary, and PRP should be placed at the top of the list.

