Medicine
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This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) kidney-tonifying methods in treating bone loss and osteoporosis following endocrine therapy in patients with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. ⋯ TCM kidney-tonifying methods may have a positive therapeutic effect on bone loss and osteoporosis following endocrine therapy in patients with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, demonstrating good tolerability and safety. Given the current evidence, it is recommended to include TCM kidney-tonifying methods as a complementary therapeutic approach in treatment protocols. Future research should further validate these findings and explore their application in different patient subgroups.
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Meta Analysis
Incidence of respiratory depression between ciprofol and propofol after anesthesia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Respiratory depression is a common complication during operative procedures, meanwhile, ciprofol can provide effective sedation for surgical operations. However, there is not enough evidence to prove the advantage of ciprofol in reducing respiratory depression. So, this meta-analysis aimed to assess the efficacy of ciprofol on the incidence of respiratory depression compared with propofol. ⋯ From this meta-analysis, it is demonstrated that ciprofol might reduce the incidence of respiratory depression and injection pain. These benefits are important in surgery to ensure safe and rapid postoperative recovery. So, ciprofol may be a safe and appropriate drug with fewer adverse effects used in clinical anesthesia.
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To systematically evaluate the clinical efficacy of using the method of activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis in the treatment of microvascular angina (MVA) based on the meta-analysis method. ⋯ Compared with the treatment with Western medicine alone, the treatment of MVA is more effective by choosing the method of activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis.
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To systematically present an overview of randomized controlled trials on transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation (TEAS) using bibliometric methods, and describe the role and mechanisms of TEAS in most prevalent diseases. Relevant literature was searched in China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Data, VIP, SinoMed, PubMed, and Web of Science. The literature was imported and screened into NoteExpress, screened according to inclusion and exclusion criteria, and analyzed using Excel and CiteSpace 6.3R1 software. ⋯ The concept of accelerated rehabilitation is gradually being applied to TEAS, representing an emerging trend for future development. Clinical research on TEAS is rapidly developing, with a focus on applications in cancer and perioperative care. Future research should expand collaboration and conduct high-level clinical and mechanistic studies, which will contribute to the development of standardized protocols and clinical practice.
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This study provides an in-depth perspective of moxibustion as a treatment option for urinary incontinence (UI), focusing on its clinical efficacy, underlying mechanisms, and potential integration into standard care practices. Moxibustion, rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, involves the targeted application of heat from burning moxa at specific acupoints. Analyzing data from randomized controlled trials and retrospective studies, the study suggests that moxibustion effectively reduces UI symptoms and improves quality of life with minimal adverse effects. ⋯ Future research should aim to address these gaps by conducting larger, standardized multicenter trials to provide more definitive evidence of moxibustion's effectiveness. Additionally, integrating moxibustion into comprehensive treatment strategies for UI and promoting its inclusion in clinical guidelines could enhance its acceptance and application in modern medical practice. This study underscores the potential of moxibustion as a non-alternative in the management of UI, warranting further exploration and validation in clinical settings.