Abstract
To explore the efficacy and safety of Calculus Bovis Sativus (CBS) in treating
neurological diseases through a Meta-analysis. Methods: Electronic databases such as PubMed, Web of
science, Embase, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang, VIP, and
China Biology Medicine disc (CBMdisc) were searched for studies on CBS treatment of neurological diseases.
The search period covered from the establishment of each database until December 4th, 2024. Studies were
screened according to inclusion and exclusion criteria, relevant data were extracted, risk assessment was
conducted using the bias risk assessment tool recommended by the Cochrane Systematic Review Handbook,
and Meta-analysis was performed using RevMan 5.4 statistical software. Results: A total of five randomized
controlled trials involving 414 patients were included. The Meta-analysis results showed that compared to the
control group, the combination of conventional therapy and CBS significantly reduced tumor necrosis factor-α
(TNF-α) levels [SMD=-1.40, 95% CI (-1.78, -1.01), P<0.001], significantly reduced interleukin-6 (IL-6)
levels [SMD=-1.82, 95% CI (-2.23, -1.41), P<0.001], improved Glasgow coma scale (GCS) scores [SMD=
0.44, 95% CI (0.21, 0.68), P=0.002], and decreased National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) scores
[SMD=- 0.49, 95% CI (- 0.92, - 0.07), P=0.02]. Conclusion: CBS is effective and safe in treating
stroke-related neurological diseases, but more high-quality research is needed for further support.
Key words
Calculus Bovis Sativus
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Efficacy and Safety of Calculus Bovis Sativus for Neurological Disease: a Meta-Analysis[J]. Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2024, 19(12): 683-688
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