Meta-analysis of Immunomodulatory Effects of Herbal Medicine for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Journal · Journal of Crohns and Colitis (2024)
Original authors · Kim TH, Song MY, Park CW, et al.
DOI · 10.1093/ecco-jcc/jjae068
Summary
Sixteen RCTs evaluating the immunomodulatory effects of herbal medicine for IBD were meta-analyzed. The herbal adjunctive group showed significant reductions in CRP (-38%) and calprotectin (-42%).
Key figures
Analyzed RCTs
16 RCTs
CRP↓
38%
Calprotectin↓
42%
Conclusion
Herbal medicine is an effective adjunctive treatment that suppresses intestinal inflammation in IBD.
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