Current and future perspectives on integrative traditional Chinese and Western medical management of gastroenterological diseases
In recent years, significant progress has been made in the systematic investigation and application of integrative traditional Chinese and western medical management of digestive system diseases. Evidence-based modern investigations of the pathogenic processes and related etiologies are confirming...
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doaj-284cb07e226a4e9cb3393107dadff2752020-11-25T00:13:29ZzhoEditorial Department of Journal of Clinical HepatologyLinchuang Gandanbing Zazhi1001-52561001-52562013-04-01294241244Current and future perspectives on integrative traditional Chinese and Western medical management of gastroenterological diseasesWEI Beihai0Beijing Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University, Beijing 100010, ChinaIn recent years, significant progress has been made in the systematic investigation and application of integrative traditional Chinese and western medical management of digestive system diseases. Evidence-based modern investigations of the pathogenic processes and related etiologies are confirming the systemic nature of disease and the need for a comprehensive approach to clinical management. For example, the conditions of acute pancreatitis and hepatitis caused by pathogenic agents are intimately associated with inflammation signaling and circulatory function. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the individual’s systemic condition is addressed, complementing the targeted approach of Western medicines and therapies. Here, we review the theoretical and biological aspects of the integrative treatment modality for the various pancreatic and hepatobilliarly diseases that have been reported. In particular, the outcomes and mechanisms of integrative management of chronic hepatitis, liver fibrosis and cirrhosis, severe acute pancreatitis, gallstones, and malignancies of the digestive system are discussed in the context of specific TCM herbs and decoctions. http://www.lcgdbzz.org/qk_content.asp?id=5289&ClassID=31291035TCM WM THERAPY; liver diseases; biliary tract diseases; pancreatic diseases |
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Current and future perspectives on integrative traditional Chinese and Western medical management of gastroenterological diseases |
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Current and future perspectives on integrative traditional Chinese and Western medical management of gastroenterological diseases |
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Current and future perspectives on integrative traditional Chinese and Western medical management of gastroenterological diseases |
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Current and future perspectives on integrative traditional Chinese and Western medical management of gastroenterological diseases |
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current and future perspectives on integrative traditional chinese and western medical management of gastroenterological diseases |
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Editorial Department of Journal of Clinical Hepatology |
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Linchuang Gandanbing Zazhi |
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1001-5256 1001-5256 |
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2013-04-01 |
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In recent years, significant progress has been made in the systematic investigation and application of integrative traditional Chinese and western medical management of digestive system diseases. Evidence-based modern investigations of the pathogenic processes and related etiologies are confirming the systemic nature of disease and the need for a comprehensive approach to clinical management. For example, the conditions of acute pancreatitis and hepatitis caused by pathogenic agents are intimately associated with inflammation signaling and circulatory function. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the individual’s systemic condition is addressed, complementing the targeted approach of Western medicines and therapies. Here, we review the theoretical and biological aspects of the integrative treatment modality for the various pancreatic and hepatobilliarly diseases that have been reported. In particular, the outcomes and mechanisms of integrative management of chronic hepatitis, liver fibrosis and cirrhosis, severe acute pancreatitis, gallstones, and malignancies of the digestive system are discussed in the context of specific TCM herbs and decoctions. |
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TCM WM THERAPY; liver diseases; biliary tract diseases; pancreatic diseases |
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