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In vivo (Athens, Greece)2014; 28(6); 1119-1123;

Regenerative medicine for the treatment of Teno-desmic injuries of the equine. A series of 150 horses treated with platelet-derived growth factors.

Abstract: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the safety and the clinical outcome of platelet-rich plasma for the treatment of teno-desmic injures in competition horses. Methods: From January 2009 to December 2011, 150 sport horses suffering from teno-desmic injuries were treated with no-gelled platelet-concentrate. Results: No horse showed any major adverse reaction as a result of the procedure. Full healing was obtained for 81% of the horses. Twelve percent had clinical improvement and only 7% a failure. Eight percent of cases of relapse were observed. No statistically significant correlation existed between clinical outcome and the area of the lesion. A statistically significant correlation existed between the clinical outcome and the age of the horse. Conclusions: Treatment with platelet-derived growth factors leads to the formation of a tendon with normal morphology and functionality, which translate in the resumption of the agonistic activity for the horses we treated.
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Publication Date: 2014-11-16 PubMed ID: 25398809
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This research investigates the safety and effectiveness of using platelet-rich plasma to treat tendon and ligament injuries in competition horses, revealing that the treatment helps in full recovery of 81% of the cases and does not result in any major adverse reaction.

Introduction to the Research

  • The research aimed to assess the impact of using platelet-rich plasma, also known as platelet-derived growth factors, in treating injuries to the tendons and ligaments (teno-desmic injuries) in horses participating in sports competitions.

Methods Used in the Research

  • The method involved treating 150 sport horses afflicted with teno-desmic injuries with a non-gelled platelet concentrate.
  • The treatment was administered from January 2009 to December 2011 to form a substantial sample for the analysis.

Results of the Research

  • None of the treated horses exhibited any significant adverse reactions due to the medical procedure.
  • 81% of the horses achieved full recovery after getting the treatment. Hence, platelet-rich plasma proved to be an effective treatment for most cases.
  • 12% of the horses showed clinical improvement, indicating partial effectiveness of the treatment in these cases.
  • Only 7% of the cases could not achieve desired improvement, presenting the treatment as a failure.
  • Relapse was observed in 8% of the cases after the treatment.
  • No statistically significant correlation was found between the outcome of the clinical treatment and the area of the lesion.
  • A conspicuous correlation was noted between the age of the horse and the outcome of the treatment, with age playing a significant role in the effectiveness of the treatment.

Conclusions Drawn from the Research

  • The research concluded that treating teno-desmic injuries in horses with platelet-derived growth factors yields a tendon with normal morphology and functionality.
  • As a result of the successful treatment, the horses were able to resume their participation in competitive activities.

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APA
Scala M, Lenarduzzi S, Spagnolo F, Trapasso M, Ottonello C, Muraglia A, Barla A, Squillario M, Strada P. (2014). Regenerative medicine for the treatment of Teno-desmic injuries of the equine. A series of 150 horses treated with platelet-derived growth factors. In Vivo, 28(6), 1119-1123.

Publication

In vivo (Athens, Greece)
ISSN: 1791-7549
NlmUniqueID: 8806809
Country: Greece
Language: English
Volume: 28
Issue: 6
Pages: 1119-1123

Researcher Affiliations

Scala, Marco
  • Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria San Martino, Istituto Nazionale Per La Ricerca Sul Cancro, Genova, Italy.
Lenarduzzi, Silvia
  • Department of Medical and Veterinary Sciences, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.
Spagnolo, Francesco
  • Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria San Martino, Istituto Nazionale Per La Ricerca Sul Cancro, Genova, Italy.
Trapasso, Maria
  • Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria San Martino, Istituto Nazionale Per La Ricerca Sul Cancro, Genova, Italy trapassomaria1984@gmail.com.
Ottonello, Chiara
  • Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Genova, Genova, Italy.
Muraglia, Anita
  • Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Genova, Genova, Italy.
Barla, Annalisa
  • Department of Computer and Information Science (DISI), University of Genova, Genova, Italy.
Squillario, Margherita
    Strada, Paolo

      MeSH Terms

      • Animals
      • Horse Diseases / diagnostic imaging
      • Horse Diseases / therapy
      • Horses
      • Platelet-Derived Growth Factor / therapeutic use
      • Platelet-Rich Plasma
      • Regenerative Medicine / methods
      • Treatment Outcome
      • Ultrasonography
      • Wounds and Injuries / veterinary

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