Table 4 Effect of topical application of ointments containing 4 % (v/w) essential oil or 5 % (w/w) resin of Commiphora guidottiion wound tensile strength of incision wound model in comparison with nitrofurazone and simple ointment
From: Evaluation of the wound healing property of Commiphora guidottii Chiov. ex. Guid.
Group | Tensile strength (g) | % Tensile strength |
|---|---|---|
Essential oil | 234.67 ± 23.40* | 29.42 |
Resin | 293.83 ± 53.50*a | 78.17 |
Left untreated | 123.00 ± 0.41 | - |
Nitrofurazone | 319.83 ± 32.26*a | 117.08 |
Simple ointment | 147.33 ± 9.0 | 19.73 |