The role of acupuncture in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: a pilot study.
The role of acupuncture in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: a pilot study.
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1997-09
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J. Chan;I. Carr;Mayberry Jf
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作者：
J. Chan;I. Carr;Mayberry Jf
背景/目的本研究的目的是探讨针灸治疗肠易激综合征（IBS）的潜在价值。方法：本研究是一项开放性设计研究，纳入7例确诊为肠易激综合征的患者，通过日记卡进行评估。结果显示，无论是在一般幸福感和腹胀症状显着改善。结论：针刺治疗肠易激综合征疗效确切，值得进一步研究。
BACKGROUND/AIMS The aim of this pilot study was to investigate the potential value of acupuncture in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). METHODOLOGY The study was an open design study of 7 patients with established irritable bowel syndrome in which assessment was by a diary card. RESULTS The results showed a significant improvement both in general well-being and in symptoms of bloating. CONCLUSIONS Acupuncture seems to be effective in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and merits further study.