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Standardised Chinese herbal treatment delivered by GPs compared with individualised treatment administered by practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine for women with recurrent urinary tract infections (RUTI): study protocol for a randomised controlled trial.

Author: BishopFelicity L, FlowerAndrew, HarmanKim, LampertNicholas, LewithGeorge, MooreMichael, StuartBeth

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Multicenter StudyResearch conducted in collaboration with multiple research institutions. It aims to collect a wide range of data and obtain more generalizable results.
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Overview

This review explored the potential of Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) in treating urinary tract infections (UTIs) and recurrent urinary tract infections (RUTIs) in women, highlighting the need for further research to confirm preliminary evidence of CHM's effectiveness.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
In the UK, urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common bacterial infection presented by women in primary care. Recurrent urinary tract infections (RUTIs) are defined as three episodes of UTI in the last 12 months, or two episodes in the last 6 months. Between 20 and 30 % of women who have ha...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4962349/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Chinese Herbal Medicine: A Traditional Approach to UTIs

Recurrent urinary tract infections (RUTIs) are a common and bothersome condition, particularly affecting women. This study investigates the potential benefits of Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) as a treatment for RUTIs.

A New Path in UTI Treatment: The Potential of CHM

The researchers are conducting a randomized controlled trial to compare the effectiveness of standardized CHM treatment delivered by general practitioners with individualized CHM treatment administered by practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine. This study aims to provide evidence-based support for the use of CHM in the management of RUTIs.

A Journey Through Traditional Medicine: Exploring CHM's Potential

This research delves into the potential of CHM, a traditional medical system with a long history of treating UTIs. It's like exploring a hidden oasis in the desert of modern medicine, uncovering the wisdom and effectiveness of traditional remedies.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study aims to shed light on the potential benefits of CHM for RUTIs, opening up a new avenue of exploration in the field of UTI treatment. It's like embarking on a journey through a vast and unexplored desert, seeking a path towards better health and wellbeing.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-02-06
  2. Date Revised 2018-11-13
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

27460108

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC4962349

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