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Comparison of Effects of Leukocyte-Rich and Leukocyte-Poor Platelet-Rich Plasma on Pain and Functionality in Patients With Lateral Epicondylitis

Types of platelet-rich plasma
White blood cells Activation of PRP Concentration of platelets
Type
1A Increased No ≥5x
1B Increased No <5x
2A Increased Yes ≥5x
2B Increased Yes <5x
3A Minimal or absent No ≥5x
3B Minimal or absent No <5x
4A Minimal or absent Yes ≥5x
4B Minimal or absent Yes <5x
PRP: Platelet-rich plasma.
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Background: Leukocyte-poor platelet-rich plasma (LP-PRP) is hypothesized to be…

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