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'Stem Cell Therapy and Platelet-Rich Plasma for Osteoarthritis: Hope or Hype?'

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Conservative estimates indicate that more than 54 million adults and almost 300,000 children have arthritis or another type of rheumatic disease. People of all ages, genders and races can and do have arthritis, making it the leading cause of disability in the United States. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis and related conditions. Often referred to as 'wear and tear' arthritis, osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis.

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General Internal Medicine, Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine

'Stem Cell Therapy and Platelet-Rich Plasma for Osteoarthritis: Hope or Hype?'

About the lecture:

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