EFFECT OF PRP INJECTION IN CASES OF PARTIAL THICKNESS ROTATOR CUFF TEAR IN KING FAHD ARMED FORCES HOSPITAL: A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY

Objective:To evaluate the clinical outcomes of PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) injections in treating partial thickness rotator cuff tears at King Fahd Armed Forces Hospital. Methods:This retrospective study reviewed patients treated with PRP injections for partial thickness rotator cuff tears between April 2021 and December 2023. Patient demographics, tear characteristics, treatment protocols, and follow-up data were analyzed. Clinical outcomes were assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain and the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score. Results:A total of 60 patients (35 males, 25 females mean age 48.3 years) were included. The mean follow-up period was 12 months. VAS pain scores significantly decreased from a mean of 7.2 pre-treatment to 2.9 post-treatment. ASES scores improved from a mean of 55.4 pre-treatment to 85.7 post-treatment. No significant complications were reported. Conclusion:PRP injections appear to be an effective treatment for partial thickness rotator cuff tears, resulting in significant pain reduction and functional improvement. Further randomized controlled trials are warranted to confirm these findings.