Ying HZ. Impact of laser acupuncture on gastrointestinal function recovery in patients after acute appendicitis surgery: A retrospective clinical study. World J Gastrointest Surg 2025; 17(6): 105897 [DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v17.i6.105897]
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Hai-Zhou Ying, Department of Acupuncture, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 135 Xinqiao Road, Dinghai District, Zhoushan 316000, Zhejiang Province, China. yinghaizhou0101@163.com
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
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Retrospective Study
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World J Gastrointest Surg. Jun 27, 2025; 17(6): 105897 Published online Jun 27, 2025. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.v17.i6.105897
Impact of laser acupuncture on gastrointestinal function recovery in patients after acute appendicitis surgery: A retrospective clinical study
Hai-Zhou Ying
Hai-Zhou Ying, Department of Acupuncture, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zhoushan 316000, Zhejiang Province, China
Author contributions: Ying HZ conceived and designed the study, performed data acquisition and analysis, interpreted the results, drafted and revised the manuscript, and approved the final version for publication. The author agrees to be accountable for all aspects of the work and ensures that any questions related to the accuracy or integrity of any part of the work are appropriately investigated and resolved.
Institutional review board statement: This study was conducted in accordance with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki and approved by the Institutional Review Board of Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine (approval number: CDCHLL2024-469).
Informed consent statement: Due to the retrospective design, the IRB waived the need for informed consent.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The author declares no conflicts of interest in relation to this work.
Data sharing statement: The data supporting the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
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Corresponding author: Hai-Zhou Ying, Department of Acupuncture, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 135 Xinqiao Road, Dinghai District, Zhoushan 316000, Zhejiang Province, China. yinghaizhou0101@163.com
Received: March 19, 2025 Revised: April 13, 2025 Accepted: May 16, 2025 Published online: June 27, 2025 Processing time: 72 Days and 3 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Laser acupuncture is a non-invasive adjunct therapy that significantly accelerates gastrointestinal function recovery after laparoscopic appendectomy. This study demonstrates that patients receiving laser acupuncture experience earlier first flatus and bowel movements, reduced postoperative complications, and lower pain scores compared to standard care. By stimulating key acupoints, laser acupuncture regulates the autonomic nervous system, enhances microcirculation, and modulates inflammatory responses, contributing to faster rehabilitation. Given its safety, efficacy, and minimal side effects, laser acupuncture presents a promising strategy for optimizing postoperative recovery and improving patient outcomes in clinical practice. Further research is warranted to expand its applications in surgical rehabilitation.
