Enhancing Cardiovascular Health with Enhanced External Counter pulsation Therapy: A Comprehensive Review
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7853786Keywords:
EECP therapy, Non-invasive, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), Coronary artery blockage, Angioplasty, Improved quality of life, cardiovascular, Enhanced External Counter pulsationAbstract
Enhanced External Counter pulsation[1] (EECP) therapy is a non-invasive[1] treatment that has shown promise in enhancing cardiovascular health in patients with various heart-related conditions. EECP therapy involves the use of cuffs that are wrapped around the patient's lower extremities, which inflate and deflate in synchronization with the patient's heartbeat, effectively increasing blood flow to the heart. In recent years, EECP therapy has gained popularity as an alternative or complementary treatment option for patients who have failed conventional therapies, or for those who are unable to undergo invasive procedures. This comprehensive review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of[1] EECP therapy in enhancing cardiovascular health by analyzing the results of existing studies. A systematic literature search was conducted in major databases, including PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Embase, to identify relevant studies published between 2000 and 2022. The search included randomized controlled trials, observational studies, and systematic reviews that assessed the impact of EECP therapy on various cardiovascular outcomes. Our study included 27 studies, with a total of 500 patients. Moreover, EECP therapy was found to be safe and well-tolerated, with no serious adverse events reported. The findings of this study provide evidence supporting the use of EECP therapy as a safe and effective treatment option for patients with various cardiovascular conditions. Furthermore, the results suggest that EECP therapy may have potential benefits beyond the improvement of cardiovascular health, such as reducing the risk of hospitalization and improving quality of life. In conclusion, this comprehensive review provides a comprehensive evaluation[3] of the effectiveness and safety of EECP therapy in enhancing cardiovascular health. The results of this study support the use of EECP therapy as a non-invasive and well-tolerated treatment option for patients with various cardiovascular conditions and provide valuable insights for future research and clinical practice.
