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Meta-Analysis Mental Health

Meta-Analysis of Acupuncture Treatment for Forgetfulness and Mild Cognitive Impairment

Kwak MA, Lee JY, Seo YJ, et al.

Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders (2024)

18 studies Analyzed RCTs
MoCA +2.34 Cognitive Function Improvement
Forgetfulness, MCI Target Population

Acupuncture treatment is effective for cognitive function improvement in mild cognitive impairment and forgetfulness.

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Meta-Analysis Mental Health

Meta-Analysis of Acupuncture Treatment for Forgetfulness and Mild Cognitive Impairment

Kwak MA, Lee JY, Seo YJ, et al. Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders (2024)
18 studies Analyzed RCTs
MoCA +2.34 Cognitive Function Improvement
Forgetfulness, MCI Target Population

Summary

A meta-analysis of 18 RCTs evaluating the effect of acupuncture treatment for mild cognitive impairment and forgetfulness. MoCA scores improved significantly in the acupuncture treatment group (MD: 2.34).

Key Conclusion

Acupuncture treatment is effective for cognitive function improvement in mild cognitive impairment and forgetfulness.

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RCT ENT Disorders

Pain Alleviation Effect of Electroacupuncture for Trigeminal Neuralgia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Jeong HJ, Park SJ, Kim YI, et al.

Pain Medicine (2023)

55% BPI Reduction Rate
68 subjects Participants
6 weeks Treatment Period

Electroacupuncture demonstrates equivalent efficacy to carbamazepine for pain alleviation in trigeminal neuralgia, with fewer side effects as an alternative.

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RCT ENT Disorders

Pain Alleviation Effect of Electroacupuncture for Trigeminal Neuralgia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Jeong HJ, Park SJ, Kim YI, et al. Pain Medicine (2023)
55% BPI Reduction Rate
68 subjects Participants
6 weeks Treatment Period

Summary

Sixty-eight patients with trigeminal neuralgia were assigned to electroacupuncture or carbamazepine monotherapy groups for 6 weeks of treatment. The electroacupuncture group demonstrated a 55% reduction in BPI (Brief Pain Inventory) scores, equivalent to the medication group (48%), with significantly lower adverse event rates.

Key Conclusion

Electroacupuncture demonstrates equivalent efficacy to carbamazepine for pain alleviation in trigeminal neuralgia, with fewer side effects as an alternative.

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Cohort Study ENT Disorders

Analysis of Prognostic Factors in Acute-Phase Korean Medicine Treatment for Bell's Palsy: A Cohort Study

Ko HJ, Nam BH, Yun JM, et al.

Neurology (2024)

89% Early Treatment Complete Recovery
183 subjects Participants
72 hours Recommended Onset

Korean medicine treatment for Bell's palsy demonstrates significantly better prognosis with early intervention, and treatment initiation within 72 hours of onset is recommended.

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Cohort Study ENT Disorders

Analysis of Prognostic Factors in Acute-Phase Korean Medicine Treatment for Bell's Palsy: A Cohort Study

Ko HJ, Nam BH, Yun JM, et al. Neurology (2024)
89% Early Treatment Complete Recovery
183 subjects Participants
72 hours Recommended Onset

Summary

One hundred eighty-three patients with acute-phase Bell's palsy received combined acupuncture, electroacupuncture, and herbal medicine (modified Uchashinki-hwan), with House-Brackmann (HB) grade changes and prognostic factors analyzed. The complete recovery rate (HB I) was 89% in patients starting treatment within 3 days of onset, significantly higher than 62% in those starting after 7 days.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine treatment for Bell's palsy demonstrates significantly better prognosis with early intervention, and treatment initiation within 72 hours of onset is recommended.

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Meta-Analysis ENT Disorders

Salivary Secretion Promotion Effect of Acupuncture for Xerostomia: A Meta-analysis

Sim HS, Cho HJ, Yoon HJ, et al.

Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology (2023)

0.18 mL/min Salivary Flow Increase
14 studies Analyzed Studies
1,108 subjects Total Participants

Acupuncture is an effective treatment that simultaneously improves objective salivary flow and subjective symptoms in xerostomia patients.

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Meta-Analysis ENT Disorders

Salivary Secretion Promotion Effect of Acupuncture for Xerostomia: A Meta-analysis

Sim HS, Cho HJ, Yoon HJ, et al. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology (2023)
0.18 mL/min Salivary Flow Increase
14 studies Analyzed Studies
1,108 subjects Total Participants

Summary

Fourteen RCTs (1,108 subjects total) evaluating acupuncture effects for xerostomia were meta-analyzed. The acupuncture group demonstrated an average 0.18 mL/min increase in unstimulated whole salivary flow rate (UWS), significantly higher than controls, with also significant improvement in subjective oral dryness (VAS).

Key Conclusion

Acupuncture is an effective treatment that simultaneously improves objective salivary flow and subjective symptoms in xerostomia patients.

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Systematic Review ENT Disorders

Systematic Review of Korean Medicine Treatment for Post-COVID-19 Olfactory Dysfunction

Lee SH, Chung JM, Ha IH, et al.

European Journal of Integrative Medicine (2024)

17 studies Reviewed Studies
8.4 points Olfactory Score Improvement
67% Complete Recovery Rate

Korean medicine combined treatment is an effective therapeutic strategy that promotes recovery in post-COVID-19 olfactory dysfunction.

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Systematic Review ENT Disorders

Systematic Review of Korean Medicine Treatment for Post-COVID-19 Olfactory Dysfunction

Lee SH, Chung JM, Ha IH, et al. European Journal of Integrative Medicine (2024)
17 studies Reviewed Studies
8.4 points Olfactory Score Improvement
67% Complete Recovery Rate

Summary

Seventeen studies on Korean medicine treatment (acupuncture, herbal medicine, combined aromatherapy) for persistent olfactory dysfunction after COVID-19 infection were systematically reviewed. With combined acupuncture (Yingxiang, Shangxing, Yintang) and herbal medicines such as Tonggyu-tang, Sniffin Sticks scores improved by an average of 8.4 points, and recovery period was shortened.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine combined treatment is an effective therapeutic strategy that promotes recovery in post-COVID-19 olfactory dysfunction.

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Before-After ENT Disorders

Effect of Combined Electroacupuncture and Auricular Acupuncture for Snoring: A Pre-Post Comparison Study

Oh JY, Yang CS, Kang JH, et al.

대한한의학회지 (2023)

42% Snoring Intensity Reduction
6.8→3.2 Partner VAS
53 subjects Participants

Combined electroacupuncture and auricular acupuncture significantly reduces snoring intensity and is utilizable as a non-invasive treatment alternative.

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Before-After ENT Disorders

Effect of Combined Electroacupuncture and Auricular Acupuncture for Snoring: A Pre-Post Comparison Study

Oh JY, Yang CS, Kang JH, et al. 대한한의학회지 (2023)
42% Snoring Intensity Reduction
6.8→3.2 Partner VAS
53 subjects Participants

Summary

Fifty-three patients with snoring received combined electroacupuncture at Renying (ST9) and Tiantu (CV22) plus auricular acupuncture (Internal Nose, Shenmen) three times weekly for 6 weeks. Snoring intensity (snoring index) decreased by an average of 42%, and partner-reported VAS improved from 6.8 to 3.2.

Key Conclusion

Combined electroacupuncture and auricular acupuncture significantly reduces snoring intensity and is utilizable as a non-invasive treatment alternative.

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RCT ENT Disorders

AHI Improvement Effect of Acupuncture for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Kim JE, Jung HJ, Park HJ, et al.

Sleep Medicine (2024)

38% AHI Reduction Rate
84 subjects Participants
p<0.001 Statistical Significance

Acupuncture is an effective complementary treatment for AHI reduction and daytime sleepiness improvement in obstructive sleep apnea.

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RCT ENT Disorders

AHI Improvement Effect of Acupuncture for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Kim JE, Jung HJ, Park HJ, et al. Sleep Medicine (2024)
38% AHI Reduction Rate
84 subjects Participants
p<0.001 Statistical Significance

Summary

Eighty-four patients with moderate obstructive sleep apnea were assigned to acupuncture or sham acupuncture control groups for 8 weeks of treatment. The acupuncture group demonstrated an average 38% reduction in AHI (Apnea-Hypopnea Index), significantly superior to the sham group (12%), with also improvements in ESS (Epworth Sleepiness Scale).

Key Conclusion

Acupuncture is an effective complementary treatment for AHI reduction and daytime sleepiness improvement in obstructive sleep apnea.

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Meta-Analysis ENT Disorders

Meta-analysis of Korean Medicine Treatment for Pediatric Tonsillar and Adenoid Hypertrophy

Won JY, Choi SM, Lee MS, et al.

Pediatric Allergy and Immunology (2023)

18% A/N Ratio Reduction
9 studies Analyzed Studies
782 subjects Total Participants

Korean medicine treatment is an effective alternative for non-surgical management of pediatric tonsillar and adenoid hypertrophy.

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Meta-Analysis ENT Disorders

Meta-analysis of Korean Medicine Treatment for Pediatric Tonsillar and Adenoid Hypertrophy

Won JY, Choi SM, Lee MS, et al. Pediatric Allergy and Immunology (2023)
18% A/N Ratio Reduction
9 studies Analyzed Studies
782 subjects Total Participants

Summary

Nine RCTs (782 subjects total) on Korean medicine treatment for pediatric tonsillar and adenoid hypertrophy were meta-analyzed. The herbal medicine (Hyungaeyongyo-tang, Bojungikgi-tang, etc.) administration group demonstrated an average 18% reduction in adenoid-to-nasopharynx (A/N) ratio, with significant improvement in snoring and mouth breathing symptoms.

Key Conclusion

Korean medicine treatment is an effective alternative for non-surgical management of pediatric tonsillar and adenoid hypertrophy.

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Systematic Review Men's Health / Urology

Effect of Jeoryeong-tang on Residual Urine Volume Reduction in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia with Residual Urine Sensation: A Systematic Review

민경호, 강성일, 윤태영, et al.

Phytotherapy Research (2024)

42.8 mL Residual Urine Volume Reduction
11 studies Included Studies
p=0.003 Statistical Significance

Jeoryeong-tang effectively reduces residual urine volume in BPH patients with residual urine sensation, with diuretic action and bladder contractility enhancement as main mechanisms.

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Systematic Review Men's Health / Urology

Effect of Jeoryeong-tang on Residual Urine Volume Reduction in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia with Residual Urine Sensation: A Systematic Review

민경호, 강성일, 윤태영, et al. Phytotherapy Research (2024)
42.8 mL Residual Urine Volume Reduction
11 studies Included Studies
p=0.003 Statistical Significance

Summary

A systematic review analyzing the effect of Jeoryeong-tang on residual urine volume reduction in benign prostatic hyperplasia patients with residual urine sensation. Eleven clinical trials were included, and the Jeoryeong-tang administration group showed an average reduction of 42.8 mL in post-voiding residual urine volume, with significant improvements also in voiding time and flow rate indicators.

Key Conclusion

Jeoryeong-tang effectively reduces residual urine volume in BPH patients with residual urine sensation, with diuretic action and bladder contractility enhancement as main mechanisms.

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Narrative Review Men's Health / Urology

Recent Trends in Korean Medicine Treatment Approaches for Male Urinary Disorders: A Narrative Literature Review

조성훈, 안병철, 김한결, et al.

Integrative Medicine Research (2023)

62 studies Analyzed Studies
10 years Analysis Period
82.4% IPSS Improvement Rate (Average)

Evidence for Korean medicine treatment of male urinary disorders is accumulating across various treatment modalities, and standardized protocol development is a future challenge.

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Narrative Review Men's Health / Urology

Recent Trends in Korean Medicine Treatment Approaches for Male Urinary Disorders: A Narrative Literature Review

조성훈, 안병철, 김한결, et al. Integrative Medicine Research (2023)
62 studies Analyzed Studies
10 years Analysis Period
82.4% IPSS Improvement Rate (Average)

Summary

A narrative literature review comprehensively analyzing research trends in Korean medicine treatment for male urinary disorders (LUTS). Sixty-two studies published from 2013 to 2023 were analyzed, confirming that herbal medicine, acupuncture treatment, and moxibustion treatment are effective for IPSS and QoL improvement. New evidence for pharmacopuncture and electroacupuncture was also accumulating.

Key Conclusion

Evidence for Korean medicine treatment of male urinary disorders is accumulating across various treatment modalities, and standardized protocol development is a future challenge.

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Case Study Men's Health / Urology

Urodynamic Effect of Acupuncture Treatment for Overactive Bladder Male Patients: A Case Study

전민규, 허진영, 류승범, et al.

대한침구의학회지 (2024)

57.3% Urgency Reduction Rate
8 cases Number of Cases
12 sessions Acupuncture Sessions

Acupuncture treatment is an effective treatment for improving urinary symptoms and urodynamic indicators in overactive bladder male patients.

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Case Study Men's Health / Urology

Urodynamic Effect of Acupuncture Treatment for Overactive Bladder Male Patients: A Case Study

전민규, 허진영, 류승범, et al. 대한침구의학회지 (2024)
57.3% Urgency Reduction Rate
8 cases Number of Cases
12 sessions Acupuncture Sessions

Summary

An acupuncture treatment case study on 8 male patients with overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms. After 12 sessions of acupuncture treatment at Junggeuk, Gwanwon, Sameumgyo, and Joksamri acupoints, urgency frequency decreased by an average of 57.3%, and maximum bladder capacity increased significantly on urodynamic testing.

Key Conclusion

Acupuncture treatment is an effective treatment for improving urinary symptoms and urodynamic indicators in overactive bladder male patients.

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RCT Men's Health / Urology

Therapeutic Effect of Modified Chukcheon-hwan on Nocturia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

박승민, 고은석, 황동현, et al.

BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2024)

64.7% Nocturia Reduction Rate
94 subjects Number of Subjects
p<0.001 Statistical Significance

Modified Chukcheon-hwan significantly reduces urinary frequency in nocturia patients and has a positive impact on sleep quality improvement.

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RCT Men's Health / Urology

Therapeutic Effect of Modified Chukcheon-hwan on Nocturia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

박승민, 고은석, 황동현, et al. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2024)
64.7% Nocturia Reduction Rate
94 subjects Number of Subjects
p<0.001 Statistical Significance

Summary

A randomized controlled trial evaluating the effect of modified Chukcheon-hwan in 94 men with nocturia (frequency ≥2/night). After 8 weeks of administration, nocturnal urination frequency decreased from an average of 3.4 to 1.2 times, and the nocturnal polyuria index (NPi) also improved significantly. Sleep quality (PSQI) also improved together.

Key Conclusion

Modified Chukcheon-hwan significantly reduces urinary frequency in nocturia patients and has a positive impact on sleep quality improvement.

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