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Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia
ISSN: 1394-195X
Vol. 25, No. 1, 2018, pp. 5-15
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Bioline Code: mj18002
Full paper language: English
Document type: Review Article
Document available free of charge
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Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences, Vol. 25, No. 1, 2018, pp. 5-15
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Potential Benefits of Annona muricata in Combating Cancer: A Review
Yajid, Aidy Irman; Ab Rahman, Husna Syakirah; Wong, Michael Pak Kai & Wan Zain, Wan Zainira
Abstract
The incidence of cancer is increasing each year, which generates concerns regarding
the efficacy of the current treatment options. This has caused patients to seek alternatives to
complement or to replace surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Annona muricata and other
plants have been shown to have promising compounds that can be utilised in the treatment of
cancer. Native to the tropical and subtropical parts of the world, A. muricata plant extracts contain
compounds that are particularly effective against cancer cells. In light of increasing concerns
regarding the limitations of cancer treatment in hospitals, this review attempts to highlight the
benefits of A. muricata and its potential to be integrated as one of the treatment options against
cancer.
Keywords
Annona muricata; cancer; traditional; complementary; treatment
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