Abstract

MONTON ECHEVERRIA, J.; PEREZ REDONDO, S.  and  GOMEZ BAJO, G. J.. Clinical experience related to the use of autologous platelet rich plasma. Cir. plást. iberolatinoam. [online]. 2007, vol.33, n.3, pp.155-162. ISSN 1989-2055.

This article intends to expose the state of the art related to the clinical use of autologous rich platelet plasma in different procedures which belong to the field of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. It is also referred our clinical experience related to this practice during a 30 month period (January 2005 - June 2007). Clinical evidence shows that this therapy has been able to promote both soft and bone tissue regeneration with a decrease in postoperative infection rates, pain and bleeding. Based upon this knowledge, our experience is related to 151 cases of vascular ulcers, diabetic feet, radiopathy, posttraumatic loss of substance, complex situations and mammary reconstruction. Though not quantified, our clinical experience shows a clear improvement in wound healing after having used rich platelet plasma.

Keywords : Rich platelet plasma; Autologous growth factors; Wound healing.

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