Exuberant inflammatory reaction as a side effect of platelet-rich plasma injection in treating one case of tendinopathy

Clin J Sport Med. 2014 Mar;24(2):150-2. doi: 10.1097/JSM.0b013e31829aa410.

Abstract

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) contains a large number of growth factors, which may enhance tendon healing processes. Local injection of PRP represents a relatively new treatment for tendinopathies. To date, no side effects have been reported after injection of PRP to treat tendinopathy. We report a case of exuberant inflammatory reaction after 1 injection of PRP to treat jumper's knee in a 35-year-old male type 1 diabetic patient. Injections of PRP should be proposed only after careful consideration in cases of patients with morbidity risks linked to insulin-dependent diabetes.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 / complications
  • Edema / etiology
  • Erythema / etiology
  • Humans
  • Inflammation / etiology*
  • Injections, Intra-Articular / adverse effects
  • Male
  • Patellar Ligament / injuries*
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma*
  • Tendinopathy / therapy*