Regulatory effects of moxibustion on ubiquitin and NLRP3 proteins in colon of ulcerative colitis rats

ConclusionMoxibustion can down-regulate the protein expressions of ubiquitin, NLRP3 and IL-1 β in the colon of UC rats, which may be one of the mechanisms to promote the repair of colonic inflammatory lesions and exert anti-inflammatory effects.

Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science - March 31, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research