Application of platelet-rich plasma in the treatment of chronic skin ulcer - case report

An Bras Dermatol. 2014 Jul-Aug;89(4):638-40. doi: 10.1590/abd1806-4841.20143004.

Abstract

The platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has proved promising regarding its applicability in dermatology, especially in the healing of chronic ulcers. The autologous platelet-rich plasma is obtained by centrifuging the blood, so that the components are separated by density gradient. The final product is a gel rich in growth factors that act in tissue repair by activating fibroblasts and inducing extracellular matrix remodeling.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Blood Transfusion, Autologous / methods
  • Chronic Disease
  • Female
  • Gels / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Platelet Transfusion / methods
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma*
  • Skin Ulcer / pathology
  • Skin Ulcer / therapy*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Wound Healing*

Substances

  • Gels