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STUDY OF KUSTHA (SAUSSUREA LAPPA, Clarke) IN ISCHAEMIC HEART DISEASE.
O P Upadhyay1, J K Ojha, H S Bajpai
1Senior Lecturer, Post-Graduate Institute of Ayurveda, Patna, India .
Ancient Science of Life
|May 5, 2012
Summary
Saussurea Lappa shows promise in treating Ischaemic Heart Diseases. Further research is needed to confirm its therapeutic potential for cardiovascular health.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Pharmacology
- Herbal Medicine
Background:
- Ischaemic Heart Diseases (IHD) represent a significant global health burden.
- Current treatments for IHD have limitations and side effects.
- Herbal remedies are increasingly explored for cardiovascular conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the efficacy of Saussurea Lappa in managing Ischaemic Heart Diseases.
- To evaluate the potential cardioprotective effects of Saussurea Lappa.
Main Methods:
- A study was conducted to assess the usefulness of Saussurea Lappa.
- Specific methodologies for evaluating treatment efficacy were employed (details not provided in abstract).
Main Results:
- The study yielded results regarding the usefulness of Saussurea Lappa.
- Positive outcomes were observed in the context of Ischaemic Heart Disease treatment (specifics not provided).
Conclusions:
- Saussurea Lappa demonstrates potential utility in the treatment of Ischaemic Heart Diseases.
- The findings suggest Saussurea Lappa as a candidate for further investigation in cardiovascular therapy.
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