Platelet-rich plasma or hyaluronate in the management of osteochondral lesions of the talus.

Mei-Dan, Omer; R Carmont, Michael; Laver, Lior; Mann, Gideon; Maffulli, Nicola; Nyska, Meir

doi:10.1177/0363546511431238

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Platelet-rich plasma or hyaluronate in the management of osteochondral lesions of the talus.

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Authors:

Omer Mei-Dan

Michael R Carmont

Lior Laver

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Nonoperative options for osteochondral lesions (OCLs) of the talar dome are limited, and currently, there is a lack of scientific evidence to guide management. PURPOSE: To evaluate the short-term efficacy and safety of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) compared with hyaluronic acid (HA) in redu...

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