Platelet-rich plasma and plasma rich in growth factors in extra-oral wound care.

ABSTRACT: This narrative review evaluates the existing literature on the clinical efficacy and safety of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and plasma rich in growth factors (PRGFs) in extra-oral wound care, considering their potential benefits and drawbacks. The review specifically focuses on the impact of these treatments on patients' quality of life, pain management, treatment costs, recurrence rates, and potential complications. Given the extensive literature and diverse range of extra-oral wound types in which these autologous platelet concentrates have been applied, this narrative review focuses on the most frequently described wound types, including diabetic foot ulcers, venous leg ulcers, pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, and burns. The use of PRP has been reported in various medical specialties, wi

SUBMITTER: Perussolo J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11808476 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature