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Acupuncture for chronic pelvic inflammatory disease: A systematic review protocol
Ying Cheng1, Youcai Yuan, Yuhao Jin
1Yunnan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan Province Shaanxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Xianyang, Shaanxi, China.
This systematic review evaluates acupuncture for chronic pelvic inflammation disease (PID). It aims to determine acupuncture
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Integrative Medicine
- Evidence-Based Medicine
Background:
- Chronic pelvic inflammation disease (PID) presents complex etiologies and is challenging to treat.
- Acupuncture is a widely used treatment for chronic pelvic inflammation or pain symptoms in China.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and estimate the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture for chronic PID.
- To provide updated evidence on acupuncture's efficacy and side effects in managing chronic PID.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted in major databases (MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, EBASE, CNKI) up to October 2018.
- Included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) focusing on acupuncture for chronic PID.
- Primary outcomes included improvement and pain relief rates; secondary outcomes covered recurrence and adverse events. Risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane tool.
Main Results:
- This study will generate a comprehensive review of current evidence regarding acupuncture for chronic pelvic inflammation diseases.
Conclusions:
- The study will provide updated evidence to evaluate the effectiveness and side effects of acupuncture for chronic pelvic inflammation disease.
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