Flavonol and A-type procyanidin-rich extracts of Prunus spinosa L. flower exhibit anticoagulant activity through direct thrombin inhibition, but do not affect platelet aggregation in vitro

• Main Authors: Anna Marchelak (Author), Joanna Kolodziejczyk-Czepas (Author), Michał B. Ponczek (Author), Oleksandra Liudvytska (Author), Magdalena Markowicz-Piasecka (Author), Beata Bielska (Author), Katarzyna Miłowska (Author), Monika A. Olszewska (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2023-11-01T00:00:00Z.
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Background: Blackthorn flower (Prunus spinosa L.) is a traditional herbal remedy recommended for treating cardiovascular diseases (CVDs).Aim: This in vitro study investigates the effects of flavonol and A-type procyanidin-rich blackthorn flower extracts on the hemostatic system, including the blood...