Observation on the effect of auricular point sticking for vomiting induced by chemotherapy
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Observation on the effect of auricular point sticking for vomiting induced by chemotherapy
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J Acupunct Tuina Sci (2011), Hongda, Bi.
Abstract
Objective: To explore the effect of auricular point sticking in relieving chemotherapy induced vomiting, and to observe its effect on the usage of Ondansetron hydrochlorid injection. Methods: Fifty subjects were randomized into a control group and an observation group. The cases in the control group received Ondansetron hydrochlorid injection (i.v.) prior to chemotherapy; while those in the observation group received additional auricular point sticking a day before chemotherapy till the end of the chemotherapy. Results: The dose of Ondansetron hydrochlorid used in the observation group was significantly lower than that in the control (P<0.05). Conclusion: Auricular point sticking can reduce the dose of Ondansetron hydrochlorid in the patients with chemotherapy induced vomiting, and effectively attenuate vomiting.
Alternative Title
J Acupunct Tuina Sci
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English
doi
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11726-011-0553-x
issn
1672-3597
issue
6
page end
369
page start
367
volume
9