Application of genus Cassia in the treatment of Constipation: A systematic review [version 2; peer review: 1 approved, 1 approved with reservations]

Purpose:  Role of genus cassia in the treatment of Constipation Methods: Methodological analysis, systematic review, and meta-analysis of identified studies using RevMan Result and Discussion: Cassia fistula was partially effected in treating constipation however there is a need for improvement in t...

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Published in:F1000 research 2019, Vol.8, p.256
Main Author: Aslam, Muhammad Shahzad
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Archives & records
Bias
Cassia
Cassia fistula
Clinical trials
Collaboration
Compliance
Constipation
Defecation
eng
Fecal incontinence
Feces
Intervention
Laxatives
Meta-analysis
Open access
Pain
Pediatric gastroenterology
Pediatrics
Polyethylene glycol
Systematic Review
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Summary:Purpose:  Role of genus cassia in the treatment of Constipation Methods: Methodological analysis, systematic review, and meta-analysis of identified studies using RevMan Result and Discussion: Cassia fistula was partially effected in treating constipation however there is a need for improvement in the protocol of studies to reduce biases. These results were only limited to one species so it cannot be generalized among all species of Cassia. Conclusion: Cassia fistula is partially effective in reducing the pain and consistency of stool during constipation among children.
ISSN:2046-1402
2046-1402
DOI:10.12688/f1000research.17893.2