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The antibacterial and antivirulent potential of Hypericum lydium against Staphylococcus aureus: inhibition of growth, biofilm formation, and hemolytic activity
ConclusionsAccording the results, the ethanol extract has the potential to be involved in drug formulations designed for the treatment of MRSA infections. In this context, further research about in-vivo efficacy and the level of toxicity needed. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - February 13, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Carbohydrates and lipids metabolic enzymes inhibitory, antioxidant, antimicrobial and cytotoxic potentials of Anchusa ovata Lehm. from Palestine
ConclusionOur data demonstrate wide range of biological characteristics for each (AO) plant fraction. This profiling information about the methanol fraction provided important data for further research and pharmaceutical applications. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - February 13, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

The effect of melatonin on cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity: a pilot, randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial
ConclusionsThis study showed that the number of AKI episodes in patients who received melatonin was lower compared to placebo, although it was not found to be statistically significant due to the small sample size. Moreover, melatonin administration in cisplatin recipients reduced tubular kidney injury, evidenced by less increase in KIM-1/creatinine and NGAL/creatinine ratios. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - February 10, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Network pharmacology-based approach to investigate the mechanisms of Shenqi Fuzheng injection in the treatment of breast cancer
ConclusionsThis study explored and analyzed the mechanism of SQFZI in the treatment of BC. These data provide the foundation for further experimental studies and may act to promote its appropriate clinical application. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - February 8, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Integrating traditional Chinese medicines into professional community pharmacy practice in China - Key stakeholder perspectives
ConclusionGuiding principles that outline standards for pharmacy practice regarding HMs in an integrated healthcare system are considered a priority, requiring a joint effort from the government, professional organizations and universities. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - February 6, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

An inventory of medicinal plants used for treatment of cancer in Kwara and Lagos state, Nigeria
ConclusionThe study revealed that medicinal plants previously shown to have cytotoxicity in vitro are currently used for cancers in traditional medicine practice. Twenty six medicinal plants are mentioned here for the first time as anticancer plants and could serve as sources for novel cytotoxic agents against cancers. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - February 5, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Feature Selection and Syndrome Classification for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients with Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment
ConclusionsFeature selection methods and classification techniques were applied to mine TCM syndromes. Feature selection improved the performance of the classification models. Of six algorithms, ANN had the highest accuracy of syndrome classification. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - January 23, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Madopar combined with acupuncture improves motor and non-motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease patients: A multicenter randomized controlled trial
ConclusionsIntegrated therapy showed a greater advantage, with earlier non-motor symptom improvement. This study also indicated that acupuncture had a certain long-term effect. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - January 7, 2020 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Acupuncture versus sham acupuncture in the treatment of diabetic distal symmetric polyneuropathy (DSPN): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
This study is a patient- assessor- blinded, double center, randomized controlled trial. A total of 210 patients with DSPN will be randomly assigned the study group or the control group in a ratio of 1:1. The study group (n = 105) will receive acupuncture, the control group (n = 105) will receive sham acupuncture. In addition, standard anti-hyperglycemic care will be provided to all patients. After baseline assessment, all treatments will be administered 3 times per week for 6 weeks, with a follow-up period of 8 weeks. The primary outcome is the Neuropathy Disability Score. Secondary outcomes are the Nerve Conductio...
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 31, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Effects of Phyllanthus emblicaspray interventions on xerostomia after general anesthesia for gynecologic tracheal intubation: A randomised controlled trial
ConclusionsThe use of p. emblica spray appeared to be superior to warm water spray for treating postoperative xerostomia. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 31, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Calligonum polygonoides reduced nanosilver: A new generation of nanoproduct for medical applications
ConclusionsThis study suggested that AgNPs showed enhanced properties when compared to the CP crude extract. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 29, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Quality Assessment of Clinical Practice Guidelines of Chinese and Western Medicine for Acute Bronchitis
ConclusionOur results could help improve reporting of future guidelines, and affect the selection and usage of guidelines in clinical practice. Further research is needed on interventions for acute bronchitis, and higher quality CPGs to facilitate implementation of the best evidence-based recommendations in clinical practice. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 28, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Effectiveness of Music Therapy and Emotional Freedom Technique on Test Anxiety in Turkish Nursing Students: A Randomised Controlled Trial
ConclusionsAccording to the results of the study, both music therapy and EFT led to a decrease in the nursing students’ average scores before the OSCE, as measured by the Situational Anxiety Scale. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 28, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Preparation and characterization of nano statins using oyster mushroom (Pleurotus sajor-caju): a new strategy to reduce toxicity and enhance efficacy for the treatment of cardiovascular disease
ConclusionsThe study has provided a method to combat the toxicity effects associated with bulk statins by synthesising nanoparticles of statins with greater efficacy, higher bioavailability, more solubility and greater radical scavenging capacity at a lower dose.Graphical abstract (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 28, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Does flotation-rest (restricted environmental stimulation technique) have an effect on sleep?
ConclusionsFlotation-REST may be a promising treatment for insomnia symptoms, but more controlled studies with established sleep measures, and on populations with clinically verified insomnia, are needed. (Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Integrative Medicine - December 26, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research