Platelet-Rich Plasma and Platelet-Rich Fibrin Clot Dressing in Chronic Wound Management: Two Case Reports
September 2023
in “
International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)
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Studysummary In this case study, PRP and PRF treatments helped achieve complete healing of chronic wounds, including a chemical burn ulcer in three weeks and a pilonidal sinus post-incision in eight weeks, suggesting potential benefits for chronic wound management.
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Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) have shown promise in treating chronic wounds, as demonstrated in two case reports. Case 1, a post-chemical burn chronic ulcer, healed completely in three weeks with weekly PRP injections and PRF dressings. Case 2, a post-pilonidal sinus abscess incision, healed in eight weeks using the same treatment. These results suggest that PRP and PRF could be effective in managing chronic wounds, and the authors recommend their use for conditions like diabetic and bed ulcers.
