[Professor 's clinical experience in treatment of pelvic congestion syndrome with acupuncture].

The paper introduces Professor 's experience in treating pelvic congestion syndrome with acupuncture. Professor believes that the stagnation in the thoroughfare and conception vessels, retarded circulation of and blood, and the obstruction of blood flow in the uterus are implicated in the pathogenesis of pelvic congestion syndrome. In clinical practice, according to the pathogenesis, focusing on regulating the functions of the thoroughfare and conception vessels, the thinking of treatment is summarized as "resolving the stasis and stopping pain by regulating the thoroughfare and conception vessels", "selecting the points based on their indications" and "tranquilizing the mind and harmonizing the physical and mental states".

Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Chronic Insomnia Disorder: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Importance: Evidence from randomized clinical trials of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) for chronic insomnia disorder is lacking.

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of taVNS for chronic insomnia compared with the sham taVNS.

Design, Setting, And Participants: This randomized clinical trial was conducted from October 2021 to December 2022 at a single center in Beijing, China.

Integrated colon microbiome and metabolomics to elucidate the antidepressant mechanisms of the Radix Bupleuri-Radix Paeoniae Alba herb pair.

Radix Bupleuri-Radix Paeoniae Alba herb pair (RB-RPA) is the fundamental medication combination of many classic antidepressant prescriptions, and RB-RPA's antidepressant effect is well established. For an extended period, the involvement of intestinal flora in the progression of depression has been widely acknowledged. However, it remains unclear whether RB-RPA could modulate intestinal microbiota disturbances and metabolic abnormalities induced by depression.

GABA modulate NF-κB/NLRP3 pathways in electroacupuncture prevention of depression in CUMS rats.

Background: Our previous research has demonstrated that electroacupuncture (EA) has the potential to mitigate depression-like symptoms resulting from chronic stress. However, further investigation is required to fully understand the underlying mechanisms. The regulatory role of γ-aminobutyric acid type B (GABA) in synaptic plasticity and the involvement of NF-κB/NLRP3-mediated inflammation in the lateral habenula nucleus (LHb) are key factors in the development of depression.

[Exploration of 's academic thought of acupuncture and moxibustion in clinical practice].

The paper summarizes Professor 's academic thought on acupuncture and moxibustion. Professor inherits and carries forward the theory and technical system of Shanxi "new nine needles", deepens its academic connotation, and promotes clinical practice. He advocates the integration of Chinese and western medicine, and the inclusion of multiple disciplines, e.

Effectiveness of Acupuncture for Infertility in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis.

Objective: This study employs a network meta-analysis method to investigate the clinical effectiveness of acupuncture in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) experiencing infertility.

Methods: Prospective randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of clomiphene citrate (CC) and letrozole (LE) combined with acupuncture in PCOS infertility patients were identified through computerized searches in databases including PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang Data, and Chongqing VIP Database. The search period was set from inception until August 1, 2023, with no language restrictions.

Assessment of the relationship between gut microbiota and bone mineral density: a two-sample Mendelian randomization study.

Background: Emerging evidence from observational studies and clinical trials suggests a connection between the gut microbiota and variations in bone mineral density (BMD). Nonetheless, the specific association between gut microbiota and BMD alterations at different skeletal sites has not been comprehensively explored. To address this, we employed Genome-Wide Association Study (GWAS) summary statistics from a publicly accessible database, conducting a two-sample Mendelian Randomization analysis to elucidate the potential causal relationship between gut microbiota composition and BMD.

Efficacy of electro-acupuncture versus sham acupuncture for diabetic peripheral neuropathy: study protocol for a three-armed randomised controlled trial.

Introduction: Specific treatment for diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is still lacking, and acupuncture may relieve the symptoms. We intend to investigate the efficacy and safety of electro-acupuncture (EA) in alleviating symptoms associated with DPN in diabetes.

Methods And Analysis: This multicentre, three-armed, participant- and assessor-blind, randomised, sham-controlled trial will recruit 240 eligible participants from four hospitals in China and will randomly assign (1:1:1) them to EA, sham acupuncture (SA) or usual care (UC) group.

Establishment and Analysis of an Artificial Neural Network Model for Early Detection of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Using Machine Learning Techniques.

Background: To identify novel gene combinations and to develop an early diagnostic model for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) through the integration of artificial neural networks (ANN) and random forest (RF) methods.

Methods: We retrieved and processed gene expression datasets for PCOS from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database. Differential expression analysis of genes (DEGs) within the training set was performed using the "limma" R package.

A novel missense variant in LAMC1 identified in a POI family by whole exome sequencing.

Objective: This study aimed to identify novel pathogenic genes and variants in a Chinese family with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI).

Methods: A Chinese POI family was enrolled in this study. Whole exome sequencing was performed on the proband and her mother to identify the potential causative genes and variants and Sanger sequencing was used to confirm the finally identified potential pathogenic variant in the family.

[Observation of the long-term clinical efficacy of "Fuyang Guben" acupuncture-moxibustion therapy on perennial allergic rhinitis and its effects on the total IgE and IL-4 in the serum].

Objective: To investigate the long-term clinical efficacy and safety of "Fuyang Guben" (supporting yang and consolidating root) acupuncture-moxibustion therapy on perennial allergic rhinitis (PAR), and to explore its functioning mechanism.

Methods: The patients with PAR were randomly divided into acupuncture + western medicine group (=30) and western medicine group (=30). In the western medicine group, fluticasone propionate nasal spray was administered, one spray in each nostril in one treatment, once a day, for 6 weeks.

Effect of a group-based acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) intervention on self-esteem and psychological flexibility in patients with schizophrenia in remission.

The present study explored whether acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), a cognitive behavioral therapy approach, could improve the symptoms of schizophrenia spectrum disorders among patients with schizophrenia in remission. A pre- and post-treatment design with two evaluation time points was employed. Sixty outpatients with schizophrenia in remission were randomly divided into two groups: the ACT plus treatment as usual (ACT+TAU) and treatment as usual (TAU) groups.

A comparative study of the efficacy of intra-articular injection of different drugs in the treatment of mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis: A network meta-analysis.

Background: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) has a high clinical prevalence and frequently interferes with patients normal lives. In KOA patients, evidence suggests that intra-articular (IA) injection improves joint function and decreases discomfort. Several IA injection treatments are used in daily practice to improve symptomatic control of knee osteoarthritis, but their efficacy is frequently disputed.

['s medical practice mode and development orientation of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Hospital].

In 1951, set up Acupuncture Experimental Institute, the predecessor of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Hospital (AMH) of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences. Being the founder of AMH, had paved a road to ensure the correct academic growth and hospital development of AMH because of her outstanding clinical medical thinking and achievements in acupuncture-moxibustion. 's medical practice mode is reviewed and analyzed from 5 aspects, i.

Effect of acupuncture for diminished ovarian reserve: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial.

Background: Diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) is a condition in which the ovary loses its normal reproductive potential, compromising fertility. Although the prevalence and incidence of DOR is increasing, there are currently no effective treatments for this condition. Acupuncture has been reported as an alternative therapy for female infertility.

Perioperative Electroacupuncture Can Accelerate the Recovery of Gastrointestinal Function in Cancer Patients Undergoing Pancreatectomy or Gastrectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

The effect of perioperative acupuncture on accelerating gastrointestinal function recovery has been reported in colorectal surgery and distal gastrectomy (Billroth-II). However, the evidence in pancreatectomy and other gastrectomy is still limited. A prospective, randomized controlled trial was conducted between May 2018 and August 2019.

Bushenhuoxue improves cognitive function and activates brain-derived neurotrophic factor-mediated signaling in a rat model of vascular dementia.

Objective: To explore the protective mechanisms of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Bushenhuoxue (BSHX) in a rat model of vascular dementia (VD).

Methods: A rat model of VD was developed using bilateral common carotid artery occlusion (BCCAO). Rats were administered BSHX (10.

[Needle-knife therapy combined with moxa stick pressure moxibustion for cervical vertigo: a randomized controlled trial].

Objective: To compare the effect difference between needle-knife therapy combined with moxa stick pressure moxibustion and western medicine for cervical vertigo.

Methods: A total of 60 cervical vertigo patients were randomized into an observation group and a control group, 30 cases in each group. The patients in the observation group were treated with needle-knife therapy combined with moxa stick pressure moxibustion at Baihui (GV 20), Shenting (GV 24), Tianzhu (BL 10), Yuzhen (BL 9), Touwei (ST 8), etc.

Effectiveness and safety of auricular acupoint bloodletting in treatment of insomnia: an assessor-blinded pilot randomized controlled trial.

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of auricular acupoint bloodletting in treatment of insomnia METHODS: Participants (n = 60) with insomnia were randomized into two groups to receive treatment of auricular acupoint bloodletting: low frequency group, 1 times/week for five weeks (n = 30); high frequency group, 2times/week for two weeks (n = 30). The following outcomes were measured blindly at baseline, after first treatment, 4 weeks, and 8 weeks: Pittsburgh sleep quality index scale (PSQI).

Results: The groups were balanced at baseline for insomnia and demographic characteristics.

[Clinical study of fire acupuncture with centro-square needles for knee osteoarthritis].

Objective: To compare the efficacy difference between fire acupuncture with centro-square needles (FACSN) and filiform needling (FN) for knee osteoarthritis (KOA).

Methods: Seventy-two patients were randomly assigned into an FACSN group and an FN group, 36 cases in each one. points, Xuehai (SP 10), Liangqiu (ST 34), Neixiyan (EX-LE 4), Dubi (ST 35), Zusanli (ST 36), Yanglingquan (GB 34) and Yinlingquan (SP 9) were selected in the two groups.

[Impacts on physical and mental health of patients with polycystic ovary syndrome treated with electroacupuncture:a randomized controlled trial].

Objective: To explore the impacts on physical and mental health of the patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) treated with electroacupuncture (EA) or Diane 35.

Methods: Seventy-two patients of PCOS were randomized into an acupuncture group and a western medication group, 36 cases in each group. In the acupuncture group, acupuncture was applied to relieving liver stagnation and regulating activity at Ganshu (BL 18), Danzhong (CV 17), Qimen (LR 14), Zhongwan (CV 4), Tianshu (ST 25), Guanyuan (CV 4), Zigong (EX-CA 1), Sanyinjiao (SP 6), Zusanli (ST 36) and Taichong (LR 3).

[Function of the present systematic evaluation in establishment of guidance for clinical practice].

Objective: Treatment of insomnia with acupuncture is taken as an example to explore the significance and problems existed in the present systematic evaluation in establishment of guidance for clinical practice.

Methods: Fifteen articles on systematic evaluation of both English and Chinese were retrieved and studied carefully, their basic information was analyzed. Through study on the establishing process of the guidance of clinical practice, researches were focused on the possible significance of the articles to the guidance as well as the notes in the reuse of those articles since problem still existed.

[Drinking-water type fluorosis treated with acupuncture of reinforcing kidney and activating spleen: a randomized controlled trial].

Objective: To observe the impacts of acupuncture of reinforcing kidney and activating spleen on the excretion of urinary fluoride and pain of the patients with drinking-water type fluorosis.

Methods: The randomized controlled and single-blind trial was adopted. Seventy-two cases were randomized into an observation group and a control group, 36 cases in each one.