title: Surgical considerations in the use of platelet-rich plasma.
abstract: Platelet-rich plasma is an autologous source of platelet-derived growth factors that enhance surgical soft- and hard-tissue wound healing. Surgeons should be aware of its mechanisms of action and benefits, as well as the controversy regarding its use.
authors.affiliation: Periodontics Department, Branch Health Clinic, Washington Navy Yard, Washington, DC, USA.
authors.forename: Nicholas
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Toscano
authors.forename: Dan
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Holtzclaw
mesh_terms: D001861:Bone Regeneration / Q000187:drug effects; D016025:Bone Transplantation / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D019647:Oral Surgical Procedures; D010982:Platelet-Derived Growth Factor / Q000145:classification / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D053657:Platelet-Rich Plasma
chemical_list: D010982:Platelet-Derived Growth Factor