Recurrence Prevention Effect of Korean Medicine Treatment for Atopic Dermatitis: A Meta-Analysis
Journal · Annals of Dermatology (2025)
Original authors · Kwon SH, Lee AR, Huang Y, et al.
DOI · 10.5021/ad.2025.37.1.042
Summary
Twelve RCTs (total 1,050 patients) evaluating recurrence prevention effects of Korean medicine treatment for atopic dermatitis were meta-analyzed. The Korean medicine treatment group showed significantly lower 6-month recurrence rates.
Key figures
Included studies
12 studies
Total participants
1,050 patients
Recurrence risk reduction
OR 0.48
Conclusion
Korean medicine treatment shows superior long-term effects to steroid treatment in atopic dermatitis recurrence prevention.
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