1. The effect of autologous platelet rich plasma on tenocytes of the human rotator cuff
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Stephan Pauly, Franka Klatte-Schulz, Katharina Stahnke, Markus Scheibel, and Britt Wildemann
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PRP ,Platelet rich ,Rotator cuff ,Tenocyte ,Tendon cell ,Autologous ,Diseases of the musculoskeletal system ,RC925-935 - Abstract
Abstract Background Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is widely used in rotator cuff repairs but its effect on the healing process is unclear. Several cell culture studies on the effect of allogenic PRP have reported promising results but are not transferable to clinical practice. The aim of the present study is to assess the possible effect of autologous PRP on rotator cuff tendon cells. The amount of growth factors involved with tendon-bone healing (PDGF-AB, IGF-1, TGF-β1, BMP-7 and -12) is quantified. Methods Rotator cuff tissue samples were obtained from (n = 24) patients grouped by age (>/
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- 2018
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