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Table 1 Macroscopic appearance of the implants and the quality of healing assessed using a modified scoring system from Fortier and a scoring system proposed by Niederauer.

From: Platelet autologous growth factors decrease the osteochondral regeneration capability of a collagen-hydroxyapatite scaffold in a sheep model

Fortier score (max 0-min 15)

Niederauer score (max 8-min 0)

C-Group

S-PRP Group

S-Group

C-Group

S-PRP Group

S-Group

11

7

6

3

5

6

12

3

4

3

6

5

15

5

1

0

5

7

15

14

1

0

1

5

14

5

3

2

5

6

7

3

2

4

7

5

15

9

4

0

4

6

14

3

0

0

7

7

12.86

6.13

2.63

1.50

5.00

5.88