Publications by authors named "Xing-Qing Chen"
Background: Type 2 diabetes is closely related to an increased risk of atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter (AFL). Whether sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors can attenuate AF/AFL progression remains unclear.
Methods: We searched electronic databases (PubMed, Embase and ClinicalTrials.
Objective: To observe the effect of electroacupuncture (EA) on diaphragmatic function based on conventional treatment in patients with poststroke tracheotomy tube.
Methods: A total of 70 patients were randomized into an observation group (35 cases) and a control group (34 cases, 1 case dropped off). Internal medical basic treatment and breathing training were given in both groups.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to evaluate the effects of "Tongyuan" acupuncture on cough reflex, pulmonary infections, and swallowing function in stroke patients who had undergone tracheotomy.
- Seventy-four patients were split into two groups: one receiving Tongyuan acupuncture and the other receiving scalp acupuncture, alongside standard treatments over a four-week period.
- Results showed significant improvements in cough reflex and pulmonary infection scores for both groups, indicating that acupuncture treatments could enhance recovery in these areas.