Platelet Rich Plasma Effects on Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Review

    March 2023 in “ National Journal of Health Sciences ”
    Shamail Zia, Abdul Salam, Sanam Nusrat, Muhammad Hamza Khan, Venkata Anirudh Chunchu, Hassan Nawaz, Danial Hassan, Tatheer Zehra, Fazail Zia, Farozaan Shamail
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    Studysummary This article reviews the potential of platelet-rich plasma therapy in managing diabetic foot ulcers but reports no new clinical findings, highlighting the need for further controlled trials to evaluate its effectiveness.
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    The review discusses the potential benefits of using Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy as an adjuvant treatment for diabetic foot ulcers, which are a significant complication that can lead to limb amputation. PRP therapy, which includes platelet growth factors, supports the wound healing process by promoting inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. The review highlights the growing interest in PRP due to its provision of essential growth factors necessary for healing and evaluates various PRP formulations for their effectiveness in managing diabetic ulcers.
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