Clinical Outcome of Multiple Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection and Correlation with PDGF-BB in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis
Radiyati Umi Partan,
Khoirun Mukhsinin Putra,
Hafizzanovian Hafizzanovian
et al.
Abstract:(1) Background: Current treatments for knee osteoarthritis (KOA), such as intra-articular corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid (HA) injections, are controversial due to their ineffectiveness in preventing disease progression. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has become a promising and possible treatment for KOA. It is thought to enhance articular cartilage regeneration and reduce OA-related impairment. PRP contains growth factors such as PDGF-BB, which stimulates growth and inhibits joint damage. Based on numerous stu… Show more
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