ABSTRACT
Objective To observe the clinical efficacy ofDa Huang (Rheum Officinale) powder application at Shenque (CV 8) in treating incomplete intestinal obstruction.Method Fifty-eight patients with incomplete intestinal obstruction were randomized into a treatment group and a control group, 29 cases in each group. The control group was by enema with laxative medicine, while the treatment group was byDa Huang (Rheum Officinale) application at Shenque (CV 8) in addition to enema. The time of gassing and defecation, and abdominal bloating intensity were observed.Result The time of gassing and defecation and abdominal bloating intensity in the treatment group were significantly different from that in the control group (P<0.05).ConclusionDa Huang (Rheum Officinale) application at Shenque (CV 8) is an effective approach in treating incomplete intestinal obstruction.