Biologics News

Patients with gonarthrosis treated with autologous conditioned plasma yielded better outcomes than patients treated with hyaluronic acid, according to this study.

Bioventus launched its Dutch entity which coincides with the official opening of the company’s new International Headquarters in Hoofddorp, The Netherlands, according to a press release.

Researchers using a hybrid 3-D printer that can print both organic and synthetic materials have created artificial cartilage that is stronger than materials created by an inkjet printer alone.

Wright Medical Group Inc. and BioMimetic Therapeutics Inc. have entered into a definitive agreement for a business combination of Wright and BioMimetic.

The results of a database search and questionnaire given by researchers in India and Sweden highlight religious restrictions among patients regarding the use of animal-derived products for cartilage repair and need for surgeons to tell patients about the source of these products.

Platelet-rich plasma does not improve rotator cuff healing or affect overall retear rates in patients who underwent rotator cuff repair, according to this study.

Cytomedix Inc. received FDA clearance for the use of its Angel Concentrated Platelet Rich Plasma System for processing a small sample of blood or a mixture of blood and bone marrow aspirate.

Researchers recommend different therapies for men and women runners with patellofemoral pain, as mechanics in hip and knee adduction vary by gender.

There have been ongoing debates and discussions among cellular biologists, scientists and physicians as to the potential risks of not regulating the applications of the expanding cell therapy use in clinical medicine. The discussions have included what measures are necessary to ensure patient safety, how to protect patients from unproven applications and if FDA regulations will slow stem cell innovation.

A new synthesized hydrogel may help replace lost cartilage in joint replacement patients with osteoarthritis, according to Harvard researchers.