Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	110262
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	Effects of Chinese acupuncture on nausea and vomiting after cholecystectomy: A retrospective study
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Yue Miao and Ren Zhang
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Corresponding Author	Ren Zhang, First Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, The First Affiliated Hospital of Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, No. 26 Heping Road, Xiangfang District, Harbin 150000, Heilongjiang Province, China. zrtg0530@163.com
Key Words	Acupuncture; Cholecystectomy; Post-operative nausea and vomiting; Laparoscopic surgery; Hegu and Zusanli
Core Tip	This retrospective study found that acupuncture at Hegu and Zusanli significantly reduced post-operative nausea and vomiting incidence, severity, and antiemetic use after cholecystectomy. It delayed symptom onset, shortened duration, and improved patient satisfaction. Acupuncture showed better efficacy in younger and high-risk patients, with good safety. To evaluate the effect of acupuncture in traditional Chinese medicine on postoperative nausea and vomiting, acupuncture centered on acupoints such as Neiguan can significantly reduce the incidence and severity of postoperative nausea and vomiting, decrease the use of antiemetic drugs, shorten the length of hospital stay, and has good safety. Early intervention and standardized programs may yield greater benefits.
Citation	Miao Y, Zhang R. Effects of Chinese acupuncture on nausea and vomiting after cholecystectomy: A retrospective study. World J Gastrointest Surg 2025; In press

Received	2025-07-01 09:04
Peer-Review Started	2025-07-01 09:04
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Return for Revision	2025-07-23 08:33
Revised	2025-08-09 08:55
Second Decision	2025-09-22 02:41
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Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-09-22 08:09
Articles in Press	2025-09-22 08:09
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-08-13 08:17
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