Evidence supporting the use of: Dioscorea collettii var. hypoglauca
For the health condition: Angina

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Dioscorea collettii var. hypoglauca, a variety of yam used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), is known as "Bì Xiè" (薯蓣) and has been used historically for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. In TCM, it is included in some formulations intended to "activate blood circulation" and "relieve pain," which are underlying concepts in treating chest pain syndromes, including angina pectoris (referred to as "xiong bi"). The rationale for its use is largely based on TCM principles rather than direct evidence for treating angina as defined in modern medicine.

There is limited direct scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Dioscorea collettii var. hypoglauca specifically for angina. Some pharmacological studies have identified saponins and other compounds in the plant with anti-inflammatory, anti-thrombotic, and possibly vasodilatory effects, which could theoretically benefit cardiovascular health. However, these findings are preliminary, and clinical trials in humans with angina are lacking. Most available data are from in vitro or animal models and cannot be directly translated to clinical efficacy in angina patients.

In summary, while Dioscorea collettii var. hypoglauca has a traditional use in formulas for chest pain in TCM, the evidence supporting its specific benefit for angina is weak and primarily based on historical practice, not robust clinical research.

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