The stereoselective cyclization of a C-16 acetylated 22,26-dioxocholestene derivative to give the spirostane E and F rings, under alkaline conditions, yields exclusively the (26R)-26-hydroxydiosgenin. Both experimental and computational data support the formation of a single diastereoisomer. The effect of diosgenin and (26R)-26-hydroxydiosgenin on rat ovary is also investigated.
Keywords: (26R)-26-hydroxydiosgenin; Diosgenin; Rat ovary; Stereo-differentiated attack.
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