Meta-Analysis of Korean Medicine Inpatient Adjunctive Treatment for Chemotherapy Side Effect Management
Journal · Integrative Cancer Therapies (2024)
Original authors · Kim KI, Lee JA, Jung HJ, et al.
DOI · 10.1177/15347354241256893
Summary
A meta-analysis of 22 studies analyzing the effects of Korean medicine inpatient adjunctive treatment for managing side effects in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Side effects such as nausea/vomiting, myelosuppression, and fatigue were significantly reduced.
Key figures
Included Studies
22 studies
Total Participants
1,893 subjects
Overall Effect
Side effects 35% reduction
Conclusion
Korean medicine inpatient adjunctive treatment is effective for chemotherapy side effect management and maintenance of patients' general condition.
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