Effect of Acupuncture for Chronic Urticaria: A Meta-Analysis
Journal · Allergy (2023)
Original authors · Son HJ, Kim YW, Chen X, et al.
DOI · 10.1111/all.2023.15789
Summary
Ten RCTs (total 820 patients) evaluating acupuncture for chronic spontaneous urticaria were meta-analyzed. The acupuncture group showed significant reductions in UAS7 scores and antihistamine use.
Key figures
Included studies
10 studies
Total participants
820 patients
Effect size
SMD -0.82
Conclusion
Acupuncture shows significant efficacy for symptom management and reducing drug use in chronic urticaria.
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