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Acupuncture in gastroscopy

A M Cahn, P Carayon, C Hill

    Lancet (London, England)
    |January 28, 1978
    PubMed
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    Acupuncture significantly reduced pain and improved patient tolerance during gastroscopy procedures. This double-blind study demonstrates acupuncture

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    Area of Science:

    • Integrative Medicine
    • Gastroenterology
    • Pain Management

    Background:

    • Gastroscopy is an invasive procedure often associated with patient discomfort and anxiety.
    • Effective pain management and improved patient tolerance are crucial for successful endoscopic examinations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the analgesic effect of acupuncture in patients undergoing gastroscopy.
    • To determine if acupuncture improves the tolerability of the gastroscopy procedure.

    Main Methods:

    • A double-blind, controlled trial was conducted with 90 patients scheduled for gastroscopy.
    • Patients received either real acupuncture or a sham procedure prior to the examination.

    Main Results:

    • Real acupuncture was associated with a significantly easier and better-tolerated gastroscopy.

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  • Objective and subjective measures indicated reduced discomfort in the acupuncture group.

    • Conclusions:

    • Acupuncture demonstrates a significant analgesic and anxiolytic effect in the context of gastroscopy.
    • Acupuncture is a viable complementary therapy to enhance patient experience during endoscopic procedures.