RCT | Electroacupuncture shortened the duration of postoperative ileus after laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer.

Electroacupuncture vs Sham Electroacupuncture in the Treatment of Postoperative Ileus After Laparoscopic Surgery for Colorectal Cancer: A Multicenter, Randomized Clinical Trial – JAMA Surgery (free for a limited period)

Invited Commentary: Will Acupuncture Be the Next Addition to Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocols? – JAMA Surgery (free for a limited period)

Commentary on Twitter

Results of this trial show that electroacupuncture is effective in promoting gastrointestinal function recovery within the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery protocol. #Research https://t.co/vniYwqvwHH

— JAMA Surgery (@JAMASurgery) November 2, 2022