Reviewing and Exploring the Prospects of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy in Pediatric Surgical Wound Management
August 2023
in “
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
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TLDR PRP therapy may improve healing in children's surgical wounds.
This review article evaluates the potential of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy in pediatric surgical wound management, highlighting its role in enhancing wound healing through mechanisms involving growth factors and cytokines. The article discusses the immunomodulatory effects, clinical efficacy, and challenges of PRP therapy, providing examples from various pediatric surgical procedures. It addresses safety concerns and potential adverse effects, emphasizing the need for future research to refine protocols, ensure cost-effectiveness, and integrate PRP therapy into clinical guidelines while adhering to ethical standards.
