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A methodological review of acupuncture for chronic atrophic gastritis: toward a core outcome set

  • By

  • Han Zhang

  • Yang Yu

  • Siyi Zheng

  • Shuaiyu Ying

  • Ding Shen

  • Wei Ye

  • Yichun Shi

  • Chenben Zhang

  • Xiaojing Wang

  • Yi Liang

  • June 1, 2026

  • 0 min

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Clinical Report: A Systematic Review of Acupuncture's Efficacy in Chronic Atrophic Gastritis

Overview

This systematic review evaluates the efficacy of acupuncture for chronic atrophic gastritis (CAG) through an analysis of 55 randomized controlled trials (RCTs).

Background

Chronic atrophic gastritis is a precancerous condition that can progress to gastric cancer, making timely diagnosis and intervention crucial. The rising incidence of CAG necessitates effective treatment options, with acupuncture being studied as a therapy.

Data Highlights

No standardized numerical data available.

Key Findings

  • 55 RCTs involving 5,311 patients were reviewed.
  • 83.6% of studies employed low-risk randomization methods.
  • Only 3.6% implemented allocation concealment and 1.8% used blinding.
  • 57 different outcome indicators were reported, with a predominance of laboratory and imaging examinations (55.4%).
  • 34.5% of studies did not mention ethical approval.
  • There was considerable heterogeneity in outcome measures.

Clinical Implications

Standardized clinical trial protocols and a core outcome set for acupuncture research in CAG are needed.

Conclusion

The review identifies gaps in the methodological quality of acupuncture studies for CAG.

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  9. Frontiers | A methodological Review of Acupuncture for Chronic Atrophic Gastritis: Toward A Core Outcome Set
  10. Acupuncture therapy for atrophic gastritis with upper gastrointestinal symptoms: A systematic review and network meta-analysis - ScienceDirect
  11. Study Details | NCT07152860 | Evaluation of the Efficacy of Electroacupuncture in the Treatment of Chronic Atrophic Gastritis | ClinicalTrials.gov

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A methodological review of acupuncture for chronic atrophic gastritis: toward a core outcome set

  • by Han Zhang, Yang Yu, Siyi Zheng, Shuaiyu Ying, Ding Shen, Wei Ye, Yichun Shi, Chenben Zhang, Xiaojing Wang, Yi Liang

  • June 1, 2026

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