Meta-Analysis of Kidney-Tonifying and Qi-Replenishing Herbal Medicine Treatment for Children with Short Stature
Journal · 한방재활의학과학회지 (2023)
Original authors · Park JH, Choi MK, et al.
DOI · 10.7778/kjop.2023.035
Summary
A meta-analysis evaluating the growth-promoting effects of kidney-tonifying and qi-replenishing herbal medicine treatment using data from 580 children diagnosed with short stature. IGF-1 level changes and height increase were set as primary outcome variables.
Key figures
Mean height increase
3.8 cm/6 months
Growth factor elevation
IGF-1 +23.4%
Included studies
8 studies
Conclusion
Kidney-tonifying and qi-replenishing herbal medicine significantly elevates IGF-1 levels in children with short stature and shows an average height increase of 3.8 cm over 6 months, demonstrating superior effects compared to controls.
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