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August 25, 2025Discover OncologyOpen Access

Efficacy of integrative non-pharmacological traditional Chinese medicine approaches in enhancing gastrointestinal function and quality of life in patients undergoing chemotherapy: a systematic review and network meta-analysis

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AHAnnie HuangJLJing LiangLTLi-Ya Tian

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Overview

Systematic review demonstrates non-pharmacological traditional Chinese medicine improves gastrointestinal function and quality of life in chemotherapy patients, highlighting effective interventions like acupuncture.

Key Points

  • Non-pharmacological TCM interventions significantly improve gastrointestinal function and quality of life for chemotherapy patients.
  • Electroacupuncture at the Geshu point ranked highest for Karnofsky Performance Status, with a SUCRA value of 80.3%.
  • A network meta-analysis evaluated 37 RCTs with 3268 participants, focusing on TCM versus standard treatments.
  • Supports integrating TCM practices in oncology care; further research needed for comprehensive clinical guidelines.

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Huang et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af7b1f7567bf4f94ff2b99https://doi.org/10.1007/s12672-025-03409-y
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