Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma Efficacy in Regenerative Medicine: Product and Quality Control

January 2021 in “ BioMed Research International ”

Marius Nicolae Popescu, Mădălina Gabriela Iliescu, Cristina Beiu, Liliana Gabriela Popa, Mara Mădălina Mihai, Mihai Berteanu, Anca Ionescu

platelet-rich plasma PRP regenerative medicine hair regrowth wound healing blood processing biological parameters

TLDR PRP treatments need standardization for consistent results.

The document reviewed the use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in regenerative medicine, highlighting its application in hair regrowth, wound healing, and sports medicine. It noted that the effectiveness of PRP therapies was inconsistent, which was attributed to the lack of standardization in blood processing and preparation. The article aimed to identify key biological parameters necessary for documenting the quantitative and qualitative characteristics of PRP. This documentation was intended to facilitate comparisons between sample quality and clinical outcomes, ultimately advancing efforts towards standardizing PRP treatments.

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