Pharmacological effects of Radix Angelica Sinensis (Danggui) on cerebral infarction
2011
Effects of Danggui on Cerebral Infarction
Sample size: 1040
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wu Yi-Chian, Hsieh Ching-Liang
Primary Institution: China Medical University Hospital
Hypothesis
This article aims to provide an overview of the pharmacological effects of Danggui in reducing the size of cerebral infarction and improving neurological deficit scores.
Conclusion
Danggui may be useful in treating the cerebral infarction type of stroke through multiple pharmacological pathways.
Supporting Evidence
- Danggui reduces the size of cerebral infarction and improves neurological deficit scores.
- Danggui has anti-arthrosclerosis, anti-inflammatory, and anti-oxidative effects.
- Danggui and its components inhibit platelet aggregation.
Takeaway
Danggui is a Chinese herb that helps improve blood flow and reduce brain damage after a stroke.
Methodology
The authors reviewed literature from various databases and summarized the pharmacological effects of Danggui.
Participant Demographics
Patients with acute cerebral infarction.
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