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KMID : 0644120130260030133
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Journal of Oriental Gynecology
2013 Volume.26 No. 3 p.133 ~ p.142
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4 Cases of Hyperemesis Gravidarum Patients Treated by Herbal Medicine and Auricular Acupuncture, and Safety of These Medical Intervention
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Park Seung-Hyeok
Chae Min-Soo
Kim Nam-Hoon
Hwang Deok-Sang
Lee Jin-Moo
Lee Chang-Hoon
Lee Kyung-Sub
Jang Jun-Bock
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Abstract
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Objectives: To identify effects and safety of Korean traditional herbal medicine
and auricular acupuncture for hyperemesis gravidarum patients.
Methods: Korean traditional herbal medicine and auricular acupuncture were applied to 4 hyperemesis gravidarum patients, and we investigated changes of symptoms, continuance of pregnancy, and whether they delivered or not.
Results: Hyperemesis gravidarum symptom was improved in 3 patients, and 1 patient showed complete recovery. Among them, 2 patients had children by natural childbirth, 1 patient had a repeat cesarean due to previous cesarean section, and 1 patient has been maintaining pregnancy well for 25weeks.
Conclusions: It is confirmed that symptoms of hyperemesis gravidarum patients were improved by Korean traditional herbal medicine and auricular acupuncture, and these medical interventions are safe.
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KEYWORD
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Auricular acupuncture, Hyperemesis gravidarum, Safety
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