The Additive Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Actively Bleeding Peptic Ulcer

Background/Aims Peptic ulcer bleeding is the most common cause of upper gastrointestinal tract bleeding. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) enhances tissue repair, and is therefore used in various medical treatments. A combination of mechanical or electrothermal hemostasis has been recommended for upper gas...

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Main Authors: Waseem M. Seleem, Amr Shaaban Hanafy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 2021-11-01
Series:Clinical Endoscopy
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Online Access:http://www.e-ce.org/upload/pdf/ce-2021-004.pdf