Acupuncture Therapy for Functional Effects and Quality of Life in COPD Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Jiajia WangJian-Sheng LiXueqing YuYang Xie

Published in: BioMed research international (2018)

AT may be effective in improving functional effects and quality of life in COPD patients. Besides, AT may also improve pulmonary function of patients with COPD. However, further high-quality RCTs are needed to confirm the efficacy and safety of AT for COPD patients.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
lung function
patient reported outcomes
air pollution