Platelet-rich plasma vs hyaluronic acid to treat knee degenerative pathology: study design and preliminary results of a randomized controlled trial

Platelet-rich plasma vs hyaluronic acid to treat knee degenerative pathology: study design and preliminary results of a randomized controlled trial

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), a blood-derived product rich in growth factors, is a promising treatment for cartilage defects but there is still a lack of clinical evidence. The aim of this study is to show, through a randomized double...

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Main Authors: Filardo Giuseppe, Kon Elizaveta, Di Martino Alessandro, Di Matteo Berardo, Merli Maria, Cenacchi Annarita, Fornasari Pier, Marcacci Maurilio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-11-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Subjects:
Growth factors
PRP
HA
Intra-articular injections, Randomized, Degenerative, Knee
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2474/13/229

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