Efficacy and safety of combined Chinese and Western medicine therapy for hypertensive intracerebral hemorrhage: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hypertensive intracerebral hemorrhage (HICH) is a critical neurological emergency associated with high morbidity and mortality. Conventional Western medical therapies - such as antihypertensive treatment, intracranial pressure reduction, and supportive care - provide symptomatic relief but remain limited in promoting hematoma absorption, neurological recovery, and long-term functional outcomes. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has shown clinical potential in enhancing neurological repair and improving prognosis. Given their complementary strengths, combined Chinese and Western medicine may represent a more comprehensive treatment strategy. However, the overall efficacy and safety of such integrative approaches remain uncertain due to inconsistent findings and lack of h

SUBMITTER: Zong L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12517904 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature