Antibacterial Efficacy of Epigallocatechin-3-gallate against Streptococcus mutans: A Systematic Review / Eficacia antibacteriana de la epigalocatequina-3-galato contra el Streptococcus mutans: Revisión Sistemática

Abstract

Abstract:Background: Green tea, obtained from the Camellia sinensis, is one of the most popular drinks worldwide and has recently been in the focus of scientic research due to its benecial effects on general health. Several studies suggest that, among the polyphenols found on green tea, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) is the most bioactive compound and is responsible for its antibacterial activity. Purpose: To conduct a qualitative systematic review of literature evaluating the antibacterial efficacy of EGCG against Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans). Methods: Relevant published studies included in the Pubmed (1966( -June 2015, Scopus (1960-June 2015, Web of Science (1900( -June 2015, and Google Scholar databases were identied. Publications of in vitro studies, which studied EGCG antibacterial efficacy against S. mutans, were extracted and pooled in a table. e evaluation included inhibition zone measures, reduction of the number of microorganisms, and biolm formation. Results: Twelve studies were selected to compose this systematic review. Eleven of them showed that EGCG has antibacterial efficacy against S. mutans. Conclusions: In vitro evidence available conrms the antibacterial activity of EGCG against S. mutans.

Evaluación antibacteriana in vitro de Bixa Orellana en comparación a Camellia Sinensis frente al Streptococcus Mutans (ATCC 25175)

“…51 Por otro lado Ferreyra en el 2017, analizó los componentes químicos de la hoja de Té verde (Camellia Sinensis) y encontró la epigalocatequina-3galato (EGCG), siendo éste es el principal compuesto responsable de su acción antibacteriana. 54…”