Effects of Electroacupuncture on Cochlear Morphology and Expression of Aquaporins in Rats with AVP-Induced Endolymphatic Hydrops

ConclusionsThese results indicate that repeated EA stimulation exerted the same effects as tolvaptan application on AQPs levels and subsequent aquaretic effects. And dehydrating effect of EA on the inner ear might be associated with its down-regulation of both AQP2 and AQP7 protein expression, thereby provide a potential molecular mechanism involved in the treatment of Meniere's disease by EA.
Source: World Journal of Acupuncture Moxibustion - Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research