Effectiveness of autologous platelet rich plasma on chronic nonhealing wounds

Dr.Sarungbam Malem Devi; Dr.Vaishali Gaikwad; Dr.R.M.Kulkarni; Dr.Sheetal Murchite; Dr.Saiprasad Shetty

Volume : VIII, Issue : IV, April - 2018

Effectiveness of autologous platelet rich plasma on chronic nonhealing wounds

Dr. Sarungbam Malem Devi, Dr. Vaishali Gaikwad, Dr. R. M. Kulkarni, Dr. Sheetal Murchite, Dr. Saiprasad Shetty

Abstract :

Background: In developing countries like India chronic non healing wounds serves as a huge burden to the patient, family and economy. Platelet extract such as autologous platelet rich plasma (PRP) are known to deliver various growth factor (GFs) which acts locally and accelerates the process of wound healing.

Methodology: A prospective interventional study on patients admitted as inpatients for management of chronic non healing wounds to the Department of General Surgery, Dr.D.Y.Patil Hospital, Kolhapur, from May 2015 to May 2017. A total of 62 patients were under the study.

Results: Autologous PRP showed accelerated and better healing rates. The mean reduction in area was statistically significant in the study group. There were no adverse effects or reactions seen with the use of autologous platelet gel among the study group.

Conclusions:PRPis a simple, safe and effective method of wound care in management of chronic non healing wounds.