The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2011 · DOI: 10.1179/107902610X12923394765616 · Published: January 1, 2011
Chronic pressure ulcers are a significant problem for patients, especially those with spinal cord injuries. These wounds can be difficult to heal due to chronic inflammation and aging cells in the affected area. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a potential treatment option that uses a patient's own blood platelets to release growth factors and reduce inflammation, potentially stimulating wound healing. This case report explores the use of a sustained-release PRP method, delivering growth factors over a longer period, to improve healing rates in chronic pressure ulcers compared to traditional methods.
Sustained release PRP therapy may offer a viable treatment option for chronic pressure ulcers, especially in patients with spinal cord injuries, where conventional treatments have failed.
The study suggests that PRP can stimulate wound healing by promoting granulation tissue formation and vascularity, potentially leading to faster closure of chronic ulcers.
Successful PRP treatment may reduce the need for lengthy hospitalizations and improve the quality of life for patients with chronic pressure ulcers.