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Editorial
. 2015 Nov;31(11):2222-3.
doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2015.08.022.

Editorial Commentary: Platelet-Rich Plasma Improves Knee Pain and Function in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis

James H Lubowitz
Editorial

Editorial Commentary: Platelet-Rich Plasma Improves Knee Pain and Function in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis

James H Lubowitz. Arthroscopy. 2015 Nov.

Abstract

Systematic review of overlapping meta-analyses shows that platelet-rich plasma improves knee pain and function in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Ultimately, biologics hold promise for chondroprotection in addition to symptomatic relief.

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