Special Topic Study Clinical Study on Treatment of Hypertrophic Scar by Acupuncture
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Title
Special Topic Study Clinical Study on Treatment of Hypertrophic Scar by Acupuncture
Journal Publication
Date
2011
volume
9(3)
pages
159-161
Research Type
RCT
Abstract
Objective: To observe the clinical effects of acupuncture treatment for hypertrophic scar. Methods: Eighty patients with hypertrophic scar were randomly divided into two groups. 40 cases in the treatment group were treated by acupuncture plus ultrasonic therapy, and the control group was treated by topical application of Mebo Scareducer Ointment plus ultrasonic therapy. Results: The total effective rate was 93.9% in the treatment group and 77.8% in the control group, with significant difference (P<0.01). Conclusion: Acupuncture plus ultrasonic therapy is effective in treating hypertrophic scar.
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Date of Input: 4/2/2015; Availability: --In File--; Priority: Normal; Department of Acupuncture of Taihe Hospital Affiliated to Yun Yang Medical College, Hubei 442000, P. R. China
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