نبذة مختصرة : The root extracts of Kigelia africana were screened for antibacterial and wound healing properties, using hole-plate bioassay and excision wound model on rats, respectively. Catalase activity, glutathione level and lipid peroxidation were assayed in the granulated tissues and liver homogenates. Chemical compositions of the root were determined using standard methods. Complete wound healing was observed on day 16 in group administered with 120mg/ml and on the 19th day in groups administered 90 and 60mg/ml of the extract. Clinical features indicate redness, scab formation, exudations and some other typical changes. The control and antibiotic treated groups show more redness compared to third day. The hydrolytic and organic solvent fractions show significant (p< 0.05) inhibitory activities on wound
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