SynthesisJournal of traditional Chinese medicine = Chung i tsa chih ying wen pan2025
Moxibustion for human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome and its complications: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials.
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Abstract
objectiveTo comprehensively evaluate randomized controlled trials (RCTs) investigating the effects of moxibustion on people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) disease.
methodsA systematic search was conducted across eight electronic databases up to August 20, 2024. The primary outcome were all-cause mortality and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)-related mortality. Two authors independently screened titles and abstracts, and extracted data onto a pre-designed datasheet. Discrepancies were resolved through consensus. The Cochrane risk-of-bias tool 2.0 was used to assess methodological quality, Meta-analysis was performed when appropriate, and the quality of evidence was assessed through Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations approach.
resultsEleven RCTs (
conclusionThis systematic review suggests that moxibustion as an adjunct therapy may have potential benefits in improving immune function and quality of life for HIV/AIDS patients. Limited quality of evidence precludes definitive conclusions, and further high-quality research is needed.
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