Qi-promoting and phlegm-resolving method for treatment of diabetic microvascular complications.
OBJECTIVE
To evaluate the effects of qi-promoting and phlegm-resolving approach in treatment of diabetic microvascular complications.


METHODS
Clinical observation of cases given modified Wen Dan Tang ([symbol: see text] Gallbladder-warming Decoction).


RESULTS
Favorable results obtained in cases of diabetic microvascular complications of the type of stagnancy of qi and phlegm (diabetic retinopathy, diabetic nephropathy and diabetic foot).


CONCLUSIONS
Wen Dan Tang is effective for diabetic microvascular complications of the type of stagnancy of qi and phlegm.
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Institute of Basic Theories, China Academy of TCM, Beijing.
D003925:Diabetic Angiopathies / Q000188:drug therapy*; D017719:Diabetic Foot / Q000188:drug therapy*; D003930:Diabetic Retinopathy / Q000188:drug therapy*; D004365:Drugs, Chinese Herbal / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged
D004365:Drugs, Chinese Herbal