Friday, September 22, 2006

Propolis Component Helps Prevent Stricture Development After Esophageal Burns

Role of Caffeic Acid Phenethyl Ester, an Active Component of Propolis, Against NAOH-Induced Esophageal Burns in Rats
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Volume 70, Issue 10 , October 2006, Pages 1731-1739

Objectives: This study was evaluated to investigate the efficacy of caffeic acid phenethyl ester (CAPE), which is a natural honeybee product exhibits a spectrum of biological activities including anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-tumoral actions, on the prevention of stricture development after esophageal caustic injuries in the rat…

Conclusions: It is concluded that CAPE has a preventive effect on the stricture development after esophageal caustic injuries in the rat.

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