Research Article
Comparison between Topical Platelet Rich Plasma and Normal Saline Dressing, in Conjunction with Total Contact Casting in Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcer–A Randomized Control Trial
Author(s):
Subha Das, Sanyal Kumar, Sanjay Kumar Pandey*, Anjani Kumar, Neeraj Kumar and Ranjeet Kumar
Introduction: Wound care plays an important role in the management of diabetic foot ulcer,
which includes cleaning and stimulate a moist wound healing environment. Total-contact
cast is widely use as the most effective external technique for off-loading plantar ulcers. This
study compares the effectiveness of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and normal saline dressing in
conjunction with Total-Contact Cast (TCC).
Methods: 36 patients of diabetic foot ulcer was taken and divided in to 2 groups using computer
generated randomization into PRP group and NS group with 18 patients in each group. PRP
group was given autologous PRP and NS group was given wet dressing with NS; following
which TCC was applied in each case for off-loading. Follow up was done every 15 days up to 90
days. In each follow-up measurement and TCC application .. Read More»
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