Clinical Scorecard: Complementary Acupuncture for Acute Gastrointestinal Injury Related to Sepsis: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Exploratory Bayesian Network Analysis
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Key Mechanisms
Modulation of gastrointestinal motility and systemic inflammation, specifically through improved gastric emptying and autonomic regulation.
Target Population
Care Setting
Key Highlights
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Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Monitoring & Follow-up
Assessment of gastrointestinal and physiological parameters, including APACHE II scores, inflammatory biomarkers, and frequency of bowel sounds.
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Adult patients aged ≥18 years with sepsis and gastrointestinal dysfunction.
Acupuncture (electroacupuncture or manual) is used as an adjunct to standard care.
