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Platelet-Rich Plasma and Knee Osteoarthritis: A Critical Overview of the Multiple Biases and Methodological Complexity

Intra-articular injections of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) are increasingly utilized in the management of knee osteoarthritis (KOA) and various other medical specialties. However, the efficacy of PRP remains a contentious issue; some experts consider it to be a placebo, while others advocate for its therapeutic value. Evidence from controlled clinical trials and meta-analyses has often yielded contradictory results, frequently failing to demonstrate a clear clinical benefit despite favorable outcomes observed in real-world settings

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