Vasopressin-Induced Gangrene of the Bilateral Foot Digits and Right Index Finger Managed with Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment

January 2024 in “ Cureus ”

Aditya Pundkar, Sandeep Shrivastav, Rohan Chandanwale, Ankit M Jaiswal, Saksham Goyal

platelet-rich plasma angiogenesis tissue regeneration wound healing PRP

Studysummary This case report highlights the successful use of platelet-rich plasma infiltration to treat vasopressin-induced bilateral foot digit gangrene in a 20-year-old female, suggesting its potential in stimulating angiogenesis and wound healing, though further research is necessary to assess its general efficacy.

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