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Platelet rich plasma: a novel therapy in chronic wounds

Background Chronic non-healing wounds/ulcers present a significant healthcare issue globally. Utilizing platelet rich plasma (PRP) to treat these wounds/ulcers has gained attention due to its potential therapeutic properties.

Methods Our study examined 25 patients with chronic wounds/ulcers who received a single PRP injection and topical autologous platelet gel application. Treatment efficacy and safety were assessed by tracking wound size reduction and adverse events.

Results Treatment significantly reduced wound size in all patients, with 56% showing over 90% reduction as early as four weeks post-treatment. No complications related to the PRP treatment were noted, aligning with previous studies suggesting PRP as a safe and effective treatment for non-healing wounds/ulcers. Further studies with more extensive samples and controls are necessary for protocol optimization.

Conclusions PRP injections and autologous platelet gel application present a promising, safe, and effective treatment method for chronic non-healing wounds/ulcers, potentially improving healing times and patient outcomes. Further research is needed for optimal PRP treatment protocol determination.