Study summary
Platelet-rich plasma injections helped about half, in uncontrolled studies
48%success rate in uncontrolled studies
What was tested
A pooled look at platelet-rich plasma injected into the bladder wall for hard-to-treat interstitial cystitis.
What they found
- About 48% reported meaningful improvement.
- All studies were uncontrolled, so the evidence is weak.
What it means
Promising but unproven. Needs placebo-controlled trials.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team.
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