Therapeutic Potential of Phytochemicals for Cervical Cancer

Authors

  • Amonrat Koraneekit Department of Medical Technology, Faculty of Associated Medical Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
  • Jureerut Daduang Department of Medical Technology/ Centre for Research and Development of Medical Diagnostic Laboratories, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
  • Patcharee Boonsiri Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand

Keywords:

Phytochemicals, Anticancer, Cervical cancer

Abstract

Cervical cancer is one of major health problems in Thailand. Standard method for treatment of cervical cancer such as radiation and chemotherapy may have side effect to the patients. Many studies reported about using phytochemicals to enhance chemotherapeutic drug action, to reduce side effect and drug resistance. Phytochemicals have anti-inflammation and antioxidant activities which may associated with anticancer property. They can inhibit carcinogenesis including inhibit cell proliferation and angiogenesis, induce apoptosis and cell morphology. In future, application of phytochemicals may lead to a novel cancer treatment which has benefit to patients. 

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2014-12-30

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Koraneekit A, Daduang J, Boonsiri P. Therapeutic Potential of Phytochemicals for Cervical Cancer. Rama Med J [Internet]. 2014 Dec. 30 [cited 2024 Dec. 22];37(4):219-28. Available from: https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ramajournal/article/view/101916

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Vol. 37 No. 4 (2014): October-December

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Review Articles