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Source of validity: Traditional
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Mezoneuron benthamianum, a plant found in parts of Africa, is used in traditional medicine for a variety of ailments, including urinary tract infections (UTIs). Ethnobotanical surveys, particularly from West African countries such as Nigeria and Ghana, document its use by traditional healers for urinary disorders and infections. The plant's extracts are often prepared as decoctions or infusions, believed to possess antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that could alleviate symptoms of UTIs. However, scientific research on Mezoneuron benthamianum is limited. Some preliminary studies have evaluated its crude extracts for antimicrobial activity, with modest results against certain bacterial strains, but these do not directly confirm efficacy against UTI-causing pathogens in clinical settings. There are no robust clinical trials or comprehensive phytochemical analyses specifically linking Mezoneuron benthamianum to effective UTI treatment. Thus, while its use is clearly supported by traditional knowledge and ethnomedicinal reports, scientific validation remains minimal. The evidence supporting its use for UTIs is therefore based on historical precedent rather than rigorous scientific evaluation.

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