The potential impact of the preparation rich in growth factors (PRGF) in different medical fields.
Platelet-rich preparations constitute a relatively new biotechnology for the stimulation and acceleration of tissue healing and bone regeneration. The versatility and biocompatibility of this approach has stimulated its therapeutic use in numerous medical and scientific fields including dentistry, oral implantology, orthopaedics, ulcer treatment, tissue engineering among others. Here we discuss the important progress that has been accomplished in the field of platelet-rich preparations in the last few years. Some of the most interesting therapeutic applications of this technology are discussed as are some of the limitations, future challenges and directions in the field.
Biotechnology Institute I MAS D, c/ San Antonio 15, 3 01005 Vitoria, Spain.
Eduardo
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Anitua
Mikel
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Sánchez
Gorka
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Orive
Isabel
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Andía
D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000737:chemistry*; D005240:Feasibility Studies; D036341:Intercellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000378:metabolism*; D010982:Platelet-Derived Growth Factor / Q000737:chemistry / Q000378:metabolism; D023822:Tissue Engineering / Q000379:methods*
D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D036341:Intercellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins; D010982:Platelet-Derived Growth Factor