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Surgical Research and New Technique ›› 2016, Vol. 5 ›› Issue (1): 57-60.

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Potenial mechanisms of electoracupuncture in improving postoperative cognitive function

  

  • Received:2016-01-12 Revised:2016-01-14 Online:2016-03-28 Published:2016-03-08

Abstract: Postoperative cognitive dysfunction is a common clinical phenomenon after surgery.It refers to the delaying rehabilitation of patients and the declining quality of life, even increases the disability rate and mortality rate 1 year after operation.The mechanisms,prevention and cure of POCD are not clear yet. Electroacupuncture is a new type of treatment for the combination of traditional acupuncture and modern medicine.A variety of studies have indicated that electroacupuncture can improve POCD.The article reviewed several potential mechanisms that have been reported.

Key words: Postoperative cognitive dysfunction, Electroacupuncture, Mechanisms