Platelet-rich plasma therapy in erectile dysfunction and Peyronie’s disease: a systematic review of the literature

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  • Maria Giovanna Asmundo
  • Emil Durukan
  • Elena von Rohden
  • Sandra Amalie Thy
  • Christian Fuglesang Skjødt Jensen
  • Fode, Mikkel Mejlgaard
Purpose
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) as a regenerative therapy has gained interest in the field of andrology for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) and Peyronie’s disease (PD). This systematic review aims to critically evaluate the current evidence on the use of PRP for these conditions.

Methods
We performed a systematic literature search according to the PRISMA guidelines using PubMed and Scopus databases in December 2023. Studies were included if they evaluated the effect of PRP therapy for ED or PD in humans.

Results
We identified 164 articles, 17 of which were included, consisting of 11 studies on ED, 5 studies on PD, and 1 study on both. We included four randomized controlled trials, 11 prospective cohort studies, and three retrospective cohort studies including a total of 1099 patients. The studies on ED and PD generally showed small to moderate benefits with mild and transient side effects and no major adverse events were reported. General limitations included variations in PRP protocols, small sample sizes, short follow-up periods, and lack of control groups except in the three randomized trials on ED and the one on PD.

Conclusion
The literature on PRP therapy in andrology is limited and difficult to interpret due to variations in protocols and methodological drawbacks. Further research is necessary to determine the optimal preparation and treatment protocols for PRP therapy and clarify its effectiveness in andrology.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
Artikelnummer359
TidsskriftWorld Journal of Urology
Vol/bind42
Udgave nummer1
Antal sider25
ISSN0724-4983
DOI
StatusUdgivet - 2024

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