Acupuncture for Chronic Radiation-Induced Xerostomia in Head and Neck Cancer: A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial
Key Points:
- Comparison of true acupuncture (TA), sham acupuncture (SA), and standard oral hygiene (SOH) for treating radiation-induced xerostomia.
- TA shown to be more effective in treating chronic radiation-induced xerostomia than SA or SOH.
Results:
- 258 patients participated from 33 sites across 13 states.
- Significant improvement in Xerostomia Questionnaire scores with TA compared to SOH and SA at week 4.
- Higher Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-General scores with TA compared to SOH and SA at week 4 and week 12.
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