Single-stage intraoperative application of autologous adipose-derived stromal vascular fraction with platelet-rich plasma in distal biceps tendon reattachment: technique and safety

Abstract

Abstract: The paper describes how autologous adipose-derived stromal vascular fraction (SVF) is obtained and applied with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) during distal biceps tendon reattachment with an adjustable-loop oval cortical button, and assesses the safety of this approach. Of 30 patients with this fixation, 14 also received SVF with PRP. The product was ready 20–30 min after fat harvest. No clinically significant complications occurred; minor events were noted in 1 of 14 patients with SVF and 2 of 16 without it (p = 1.000). Leukocyte counts remained normal, and C-reactive protein and erythrocyte sedimentation rate were similar in the two subgroups at every visit.