Open AccessComparison of efficacy of autologous platelet-rich fibrin versus Unna's paste dressing in chronic venous leg ulcers: A comparative study
Author(s) -
G Yuvasri,
Reena Rai
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
indian dermatology online journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2249-5673
pISSN - 2229-5178
DOI - 10.4103/idoj.idoj_119_19
Subject(s) - medicine , platelet rich fibrin , venous leg ulcer , varicose ulcer , fibrin , surgery , leg ulcer , occlusive dressing , diabetic ulcers , diabetes mellitus , diabetic foot , immunology , endocrinology , alternative medicine , pathology
Chronic venous leg ulcers are difficult to treat and recurrences are common. Among various modalities of treatment, platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) has shown promising results in ulcer healing by providing necessary growth factors. Unna's paste dressing has also proven to enhance wound healing.