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Acupuncture for abdominal wall endometriosis: A case report
Xiufan Du1, Jiahao Tang, Lixia Zhang
1Clinical Medical School of Acupuncture, Moxibustion and Rehabilitation, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
Medicine
|December 20, 2023
Summary
Acupuncture effectively reduced pain and decreased the size of abdominal wall endometriosis (AWE) masses. This case report highlights acupuncture as a potential treatment for AWE symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Integrative oncology
- Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Surgical complications
Background:
- Endometriosis involves endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus, with abdominal wall endometriosis (AWE) being common.
- Acupuncture is a widely used alternative therapy for various conditions, including pain management.
- AWE symptoms can include pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea, and infertility, suggesting potential benefits from acupuncture.
Observation:
- A 38-year-old woman presented with abdominal pain localized to an abdominal wall mass.
- The patient was diagnosed with AWE, with a history of surgical excision and repair.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis identified a pattern of qi stagnation and blood stasis.
Findings:
- Acupuncture, cupping, and needle therapy were employed to promote qi circulation, activate blood circulation, relieve pain, and dissipate masses.
- Abdominal ultrasound revealed a gradual decrease in the size of the AWE mass post-treatment.
Implications:
- Acupuncture demonstrates potential efficacy in managing pain associated with AWE.
- This approach may offer a non-invasive option for reducing the size of abdominal endometriosis masses.
- Further research into acupuncture for AWE is warranted given these preliminary findings.
