Rupture of the Patellar Tendon After Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment: A Case Report
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Redler Andrea, Proietti Lorenzo, Mazza Daniele, Koverech Guido, Vadala Antonio, De Carli Angelo, Ferretti Andrea
ISSN: 1050-642X
Rupture of the patellar tendon is becoming more and more frequent, even in sports activities overloading the extensor mechanism of the knee. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment has been recently introduced in treatment for several knee- and sport-related injuries including muscle strain cartilage defect and tendinopathies. The aim of this case report is to present a case of rupture of the patellar tendon occurred after injections of PRP.