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The results of combined acupuncture and laser therapy of outpatients
with duodenal ulcer
[Article in Russian]
Burtsev VI, Prineslikov AP
Klin Med (Mosk) 1997;75(2):34-6
Moscow.
Exacerbations of duodenal ulcer (DU) were treated outpatient in 130 DU
sufferers who failed previous chemotherapy. The treatment consisted of
acupuncture, laser therapy, diet and drugs. All the patients achieved
remission, relief of vegetative disorders. DU healing took less time (by
7-10 days) than in control group. Application of the acupuncture and laser
radiation allowed assignment of minimal drug doses. 3-year long-term results
showed the absence of recurrences for 1-3 years. 87 DU patients gave up
smoking after additional acupuncture according to the special regimen. The
conclusion is made that acupuncture combined with laser therapy is effective
against DU, safe and usable in outpatient setting.
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