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PRP is effective in improving blood loss, pain and early functional outcomes following TKA
June 2014
PRP is effective in improving blood loss, pain and early functional outcomes following TKA
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Platelet-rich plasma prevents blood loss and pain and enhances early functional outcome after total knee arthroplasty: a prospective randomised controlled study
Int Orthop. 2014 Feb;38(2):387-95. doi: 10.1007/s00264-013-2136-6. Epub 2013 Oct 11.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
40 patients with knee arthritis (59 knees) undergoing either unilateral or bilateral total knee arthroplasty (TKA) were randomized to either receive or not receive an intraoperative injection of autologous platelet gel (APG). The purpose was to determine the effects of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) with respect to postoperative haemoglobin loss, pain and functional outcomes. Results indicated that th...
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