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Effects of Acupuncture in Anesthesia for Craniotomy: A Meta-Analysis

The analysis suggests that the complementary use of acupuncture for craniotomy has additional analgesic effects, reduces the needed amount of volatile anesthetic, reduces the onset of postoperative nausea and vomiting, and might have protective effects on brain tissue. Our findings may stimulate future randomized controlled trials to provide definitive recommendations.

http://journals.lww.com/jnsa/Abstract/publishahead/Effects_of_Acupuncture_in_Anesthesia_for.99416.aspx

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