Objective: Hemorrhoids are a common anorectal disease that causes pain, itching, and burning. The prevalence of hemorrhoids is estimated to be as high as 36% in the general population, with approximately 50% of individuals experiencing symptomatic hemorrhoids at least once in their life. Middle age, obesity, and pregnancy are risk factors. The combination of tribenoside and lidocaine (Procto-Glyvenol©, Recordati) has been used for decades to treat low-grade hemorrhoids, and its efficacy and safety are well supported by clinical experience. Tribenoside has been shown to have an anti-inflammatory effect, ameliorate the local microcirculation and vascular tone, and promote the healing of basement membrane. However, the molecular mechanism behind its wound-healing properties is still unclear. Materials and methods: Human dermal fibroblasts were used to test the effect of tribenoside on cell proliferation, cell migration, and production of reactive oxygen species in vitro. Full-thickness excisional wound model in rats was used to test the wound-healing properties of Procto-Glyvenol© in vivo. Results: Tribenoside has been found to increase the migration rate of fibroblasts in vitro and to improve the wound healing process by promoting re-epithelialization in rats. Furthermore, novel antioxidant activity of tribenoside has been reported, which may represent a further mechanism of action in wound healing. Conclusions: Procto-Glyvenol© improves the natural healing process of wounds by stimulating cell migration and protecting against the toxic effects of reactive oxygen species. Therefore, it may represent a first-line treatment for hemorrhoids, which are a significant medical and socioeconomic problem that can deteriorate the quality of life.
Malinverno, M., Callegari, E., Pirona, L., Pellerani, I., Belmonte, B., Tripodo, C., et al. (2023). Procto-Glyvenol© accelerates the natural healing process of wounds: a pre-clinical study. EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES, 27(17), 8269-8279 [10.26355/eurrev_202309_33587].
Procto-Glyvenol© accelerates the natural healing process of wounds: a pre-clinical study
Belmonte, B;Tripodo, C;
2023-09-01
Abstract
Objective: Hemorrhoids are a common anorectal disease that causes pain, itching, and burning. The prevalence of hemorrhoids is estimated to be as high as 36% in the general population, with approximately 50% of individuals experiencing symptomatic hemorrhoids at least once in their life. Middle age, obesity, and pregnancy are risk factors. The combination of tribenoside and lidocaine (Procto-Glyvenol©, Recordati) has been used for decades to treat low-grade hemorrhoids, and its efficacy and safety are well supported by clinical experience. Tribenoside has been shown to have an anti-inflammatory effect, ameliorate the local microcirculation and vascular tone, and promote the healing of basement membrane. However, the molecular mechanism behind its wound-healing properties is still unclear. Materials and methods: Human dermal fibroblasts were used to test the effect of tribenoside on cell proliferation, cell migration, and production of reactive oxygen species in vitro. Full-thickness excisional wound model in rats was used to test the wound-healing properties of Procto-Glyvenol© in vivo. Results: Tribenoside has been found to increase the migration rate of fibroblasts in vitro and to improve the wound healing process by promoting re-epithelialization in rats. Furthermore, novel antioxidant activity of tribenoside has been reported, which may represent a further mechanism of action in wound healing. Conclusions: Procto-Glyvenol© improves the natural healing process of wounds by stimulating cell migration and protecting against the toxic effects of reactive oxygen species. Therefore, it may represent a first-line treatment for hemorrhoids, which are a significant medical and socioeconomic problem that can deteriorate the quality of life.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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