Leukocyte-Reduced Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment of Basal Thumb Arthritis: A Pilot Study

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(a) Anteroposterior and lateral X-rays of the right TMC joint of a 71-year-old female with OA of the TMC and scaphotrapeziotrapezoid (STT) joints classified as Eaton and Littler III. The patient reported pain since 71 weeks and had undergone anti-inflammatory pain medication as needed since then. (b) Fluoroscopic images of the right hand before and after PRP injection resulting in TMC and STT joint distension due to intra-articular PRP application.

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