Platelet-rich plasma protects tenocytes from adverse side effects of dexamethasone and ciprofloxacin.

BACKGROUND: Ruptured tendons heal very slowly and complete recovery from injury is uncertain. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP), a rich source of growth factors, is currently being widely tested as a soft tissue healing agent and may accelerate tendon repair. The authors assessed the ability of PRP to prev...

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Main Authors: Baboldashti, N, Poulsen, R, Franklin, S, Thompson, M, Hulley, P
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2011