Clinical Study Title:
Evaluation of the local effects of vitamin E (E-Mousse) on free radicals in diabetic microangiopathy: a randomized, controlled trial.

Plain English Summary:

In this study, the use of a vitamin E mousse was examined for its effect on the free radicals in diabetics. Patients with diabetic microangiopathy were enrolled and a total of 40 participants were included. The mousse was applied to one leg once a day, while the other leg was not treated. At the conclusion of the study, it was found that the use of the vitamin E mousse did aid in improving the microcirculation. Additionally, there was a decrease in free radicals, and a subsequent improvement in metabolism. The vitamin E supplement may be a beneficial addition to the treatment of diabetic microangiopathy.

Authors

Ruffini I. Belcaro G. Cesarone MR. Geroulakos G. Di Renzo A. Milani M. Coen L. Ricci A. Brandolini R. Dugall M. Pomante P. Cornelli U. Acerbi G. Corsi M. Griffin M. Ippolito E. Bavera P.

Institution

Irvine Vascular Laboratory and Physiology, London, UK.

Country of Publication

United States

Source

Angiology. 54(4):415-21, 2003 Jul-Aug.