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Leukocyte-rich versus leukocyte-poor platelet-rich plasma and hyaluronic acid for knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.

Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research·February 2, 2026·PMID 41629990

Why it matters

For clinicians offering injection therapy for knee OA, this analysis supports PRP over hyaluronic acid for symptom and functional benefit, while suggesting that leukocyte concentration does not clearly determine efficacy. That helps guide product selection and patient counseling.

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