Platelet rich plasma: Biology and clinical usage in orthopedics

Dukens Labaze, Hongshuai Li

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Abstract

Biological research in the areas of skeletal, cartilaginous, tendinous, and muscular tissues has led to the advancement of various products designed to augment healing. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been in clinical use and researched since the 1970s because of its regenerative properties. In this chapter, we will first define PRP and its components and discuss various methods of preparation and isolation. The second section will focus on the clinical applications of PRP on tissue specific pathologies including tendinopathy, ligamentous injuries, osteoarthritis, and muscle injuries in the field of orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. Lastly, the latest progress in PRP research will be briefly listed and some promising future directions will be discussed.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationOrthopedic Biomaterials
Subtitle of host publicationProgress in Biology, Manufacturing, and Industry Perspectives
PublisherSpringer International Publishing
Pages243-286
Number of pages44
ISBN (Electronic)9783319895420
ISBN (Print)9783319895413
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2018
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Ligament
  • Orthopedics surgery
  • Platelet
  • Platelet rich plasma
  • Sports medicine

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine
  • General Health Professions
  • General Engineering
  • General Materials Science

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