Roger K W Smith

European Specialist in Equine Surgery, Professor of Equine Orthopaedics, Department of Clinical Sciences and Services, The Royal Veterinary College, London, UK

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Figure 1. Equine mesenchymal stem cells in culture. These cells can be recovered from a variety of mesenchymal tissues, the most commonly used being bone marrow and fat, but blood, umbilical cord and teeth are other sources that have been developed for clinical use.
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Regenerative medicine in equine orthopaedics: what and when?

Platelet-rich plasma/concentrate (PRP) has gained popularity in the treatment of tendon and ligament injuries and, more recently, joint disease. Platelet-rich plasma contains high levels of those...