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Review
. 2017 Sep;118(4):236-237.
doi: 10.1016/j.jormas.2017.05.009. Epub 2017 Jun 19.

Use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in microsurgery

B Hersant  1 , S La Padula  2 , M SidAhmed-Mezi  1 , A M Rodriguez  3 , J P Meningaud  1
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Use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in microsurgery

B Hersant et al. J Stomatol Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2017 Sep.

Abstract

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is currently used for its property to improve tissue regeneration and wound healing. Platelet derived growth factors are involved in tissue regeneration and new vessels formation that could improve a free flap survival. Nevertheless to validate the use of regenerative medicine in microsurgery further large and robust human clinical trials are needed.

Keywords: Flap; Microsurgery; Nerve regeneration; Platelet gel; Platelet-rich plasma; Stem cells.

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