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Therapeutic uses of dog platelets and platelet products
By Bharti, Deeksha et al.·Published in Topics in companion animal medicine·2024·Department of Veterinary Medicine, India·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Therapeutic applications of canine platelets and their derivatives: a narrative review.
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Plain-English summary
A review of canine platelets shows that they can be used to help treat various health issues in dogs. Platelet-rich products, like platelet-rich plasma, are being used to support healing in conditions such as osteoarthritis, tendinitis, eye problems, and wounds. These treatments are not only effective but also cost-efficient and easy to access for pet owners. The findings suggest that using these platelet-derived therapies could be a valuable alternative to traditional treatments, helping dogs recover from chronic inflammatory disorders and injuries.
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Abstract
Platelets contain a multitude of growth factors and play a crucial role in physiological processes such as thrombogenesis, tissue repair, and angiogenesis. As a result, platelet-derived products have significant potential for efficient utilization in the realm of regenerative medicine due to their therapeutic and biological attributes. Numerous studies have already substantiated the therapeutic viability of platelets in various canine ailments. The existing literature indicates a substantial surge in the clinical application of canine platelets, positioning platelet-derived products as a viable alternative to conventional therapeutic agents. Platelet concentrates, including platelet-rich plasma and platelet-rich fibrin are commonly used as a therapeutic modality in clinical cases. These therapeutic derivatives exhibit effectiveness in tissue regeneration and can serve as complementary therapies. Notably, they offer a cost-effective and easily accessible therapeutic option, which has demonstrated its benefits in chronic inflammatory disorders such as osteoarthritis and tendinitis, ophthalmic conditions, wound healing, and mandibular injuries in canine patients. The broad spectrum of therapeutic effects displayed by platelets is providing researchers with novel perspectives for crafting therapeutic models in future investigations. This review centers on exploring the therapeutic potential of canine platelets across diverse disorders. Further exploration into platelet products, encompassing their preparation and applicability in canine medicine, is imperative. These inquiries hold the promise of unveiling fresh horizons for the domain of regenerative medicine.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37979613/