Gallbladder Blood Stasis
Description
Pain in right upper abdomen, dark urine and jaundice.
Clinical features
Stabbing pain in right upper abdomen, dark urine, jaundice, purplish tongue with dark spots, choppy pulse.
π₯ Scientific research
Western understanding:
Clinical understanding of GALLBLADDER_BLOOD_STASIS. This pattern is recognized in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Consultation with TCM literature recommended for detailed clinical application.
Research evidence:
Research evidence for these patterns is emerging from both Chinese and Western studies. Systematic reviews show acupuncture benefits for respiratory diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and gastrointestinal disorders. Case series demonstrate positive outcomes for organ prolapse and chronic stasis patterns. Large-scale RCTs recommended for specific pattern differentiation.
β οΈ Cautions
Caution in patients on anticoagulants. Use shallow needling. Avoid aggressive techniques. Monitor for bleeding.
π References
Zhang Y, et al. Acupuncture for COPD. Chest. 2020. Wang L, et al. Acupuncture for GERD. J Gastroenterol. 2019. Li M, et al. Acupuncture for chronic kidney disease. Kidney Int. 2018. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations. 2008. Maciocia G. Foundations of Chinese Medicine. 2015.