Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum) has been used in traditional medicine systems, especially in South Asia, for its supposed wound-healing and hemostatic properties. Folk remedies have sometimes involved the topical application of sugarcane juice or its derivatives to minor cuts or wounds to promote healing and reduce bleeding. The rationale in such practices is often based on the osmotic effect of sugars in drawing moisture out of bacteria, potentially inhibiting infection and promoting a dry environment that may help clot formation. However, these uses are primarily anecdotal and rooted in tradition rather than rigorous scientific study.

There is limited scientific evidence directly supporting the use of sugarcane or its juice for controlling external bleeding. Most modern research on wound care with sugars focuses on refined sugar or honey, both of which have more robust evidence for their antibacterial and wound-healing properties. Peer-reviewed literature does not provide substantial clinical trials or laboratory studies that specifically validate sugarcane as an effective agent for stopping external bleeding. Therefore, while its use persists in certain traditional contexts, the scientific evidence supporting sugarcane for this purpose is minimal.

In summary, the application of sugarcane for external bleeding is justified primarily by traditional knowledge, with little to no scientific validation available as of now.

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