A Critical Review on the Concept of the Garbhanga Vikruti with special reference to Teratogenicity

  • Prathviraj Puranik Ph.D. Scholar, Prof. and Head, Department of PG studies in Kaumarabhritya, SDM College of Ayurveda, Kuthpady, Udupi-574118.
  • VNK Usha Professor and Head Department of PG Studies in Prasooti Tantra & Stree Roga, SDM College of Ayurveda, Kuthpady, Udupi,india
  • B Ravishankar Research Officer, Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, SDM Centre for Research in Ayurveda and Allied Sciences, Kuthpady, Udupi, India.
Keywords: Garbhanga Vikruti, Shreyasi Praja, congenital malformations, Teratogenicity

Abstract

The health of the nation depends on the health of its citizens. Despite the advancements in diagnostic techniques and therapeutic interventions, medical science has failed to keep the incidence of congenital malformations under control. Throughout the history, the birth of malformed infant features has been well documented. Data reveals that 3 to 5% of all births result in congenital malformations, 20 to 30% of all infant deaths are due to genetic disorders and 30 to 50% of post-neonatal deaths are due to congenital malformation. Ayurveda , the ancient Indian system of medicine has given due emphasis on the six procreative factors (Shadbhavas) such as Matruja, Pitruja, Aatmaja, Rasaja, Satmyaja and Sattvaja Bhavas. The combinations of these factors give Shreyasi Praja. The physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being of the person, proper nutrition of the mother during pregnancy and practice of a wholesome regimen, plays a prime role in achieving a healthy offspring, thus structuring a healthy family, society and nation. Negligence to any of these factors will be the main source of unhealthy and defective child birth. The present conceptual study focuses mainly on interpreting Ayurvedic observation on Garbhanga Vikruti with the modern scientific knowledge.

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CITATION
DOI: 10.21760/jaims.v1i4.6933
Published: 2016-12-31
How to Cite
Prathviraj Puranik, VNK Usha, & B Ravishankar. (2016). A Critical Review on the Concept of the Garbhanga Vikruti with special reference to Teratogenicity. Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences, 1(04), 142-146. https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.v1i4.6933
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Review Article