Systematic Review of Pulmonary Function Improvement in COPD Patients Treated with Gyeongokgo
Journal · COPD: Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (2023)
Original authors · Hwang JH, Kang MS, Li X, et al.
DOI · 10.1080/15412555.2023.2201847
Summary
A systematic analysis of 12 randomized controlled trials investigating the adjunctive effect of Gyeongokgo for COPD patients. FEV1/FVC ratio, 6-minute walk distance, and CAT scores were comprehensively evaluated.
Key figures
Included Studies
12 studies
Total Participants
842 subjects
Pulmonary Function Improvement
FEV1 8.3% improvement
Conclusion
Adjunctive Gyeongokgo administration showed significant improvement in pulmonary function indices and exercise tolerance in COPD patients.
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