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Publication Name World Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology
Manuscript ID 123593
DOI 10.4251/wjgo.123593
Country China
Category Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type Meta-Analysis
Article Title Systematic review and meta-analysis of acupuncture for postoperative gastrointestinal dysfunction after colorectal cancer surgery
Manuscript Source Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List Xin-Rui Zhang, Pei Wang, Zheng Wang and Min Li
Funding Agency and Grant Number
Corresponding Author Min Li, Chief Physician, Traditional Chinese Medicine Center, Beijing Luhe Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 82 Xinhua South Road, Beijing 101149, China. limin2119@outlook.com
Key Words Acupuncture; Colorectal cancer; Postoperative gastrointestinal dysfunction; Postoperative ileus; Meta-analysis
Core Tip Gastrointestinal dysfunction is common after colorectal cancer surgery and often interferes with recovery. Thus, in this systematic review and meta analysis, we aimed to investigate whether acupuncture can help restore gastrointestinal function in these patients and whether it is safe.
Citation Zhang XR, Wang P, Wang Z, Li M. Systematic review and meta-analysis of acupuncture for postoperative gastrointestinal dysfunction after colorectal cancer surgery. World J Gastrointest Oncol 2026; In press
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ISSN 1948-5204 (online)
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