AANA19 Foot & Ankle Access Pass-Growth Factors for Achilles and Ankle: Fact or Fiction - Featured Shamrock Lecture-Dr. John G. Kennedy, M.D.

Growth Factors for Achilles and Ankle: Fact or Fiction - Featured Shamrock Lecture-Dr. John G. Kennedy, M.D.

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The video transcript is a presentation given by Owen Hurley, a graduate from the College of Surgeons in Ireland, on behalf of Dr. Kennedy. The presentation focuses on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for the treatment of Achilles tendinopathy. PRP contains proteins, cytokines, and growth factors that aid in tissue repair and have anti-inflammatory properties. Basic science supports the concept of using PRP, showing enhanced tendon cell proliferation and increased collagen production. Some clinical studies on Achilles tendinopathy have reported positive effects with PRP, while others found no benefit. The variation in PRP preparation and composition may contribute to the mixed results, with research suggesting that leukocyte-poor PRP may be more effective. The optimal formulation of PRP for Achilles tendinopathy needs further evaluation.

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Concurrent Scientific Session III: Symposium - Foot and Ankle Challenges 5.3.2019

Keywords

platelet-rich plasma

Achilles tendinopathy

tissue repair

anti-inflammatory properties

clinical studies