Efficacy and safety of electroacupuncture in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Electroacupuncture (EA) has gained increased attention for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) management, but the evidence-based research is limited. While some randomized controlled trials (RCTs) reported improvements in pulmonary function and quality of life (QoL), others showed no significant benefits compared to conventional therapies. This study aims to evaluate the clinical efficacy of EA in the treatment of COPD through a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Methods

Following PRISMA guidelines, relevant RCTs were searched in six databases [PubMed, Embase, Cochrane, Web of Science, Wanfang, and China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI)] from inception to October 8, 2023. Eligible articles were identified based on the PICOS principles: particip

SUBMITTER: Chen T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12603451 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature