Optimization of evidence-based research in the prevention and treatment of coronary heart disease with traditional Chinese medicine: A comprehensive review

Abstract

Coronary heart disease (CHD) has severely impacted the lives and health of patients for ages. Although the modern methods used for the prevention and treatment of CHD have been increasingly perfected, clinical problems remain that require solutions. In the prevention and treatment of CHD with traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), great therapeutic advantages have been demonstrated. However, the expression of its advantages relies on scientific evidence-based research and evaluation, which require further optimization and improvement. Therefore, this review aims to comprehensively emphasize our understanding of the current deficiencies in TCM evidence-based studies and the necessity of adopting scientific evidence-based optimization methods for use in research. In this process, evidence should be produced in a standard manner, and the advantages of TCM patterns should be accurately stated because these factors contribute to efficient transformation and proper verification of the obtained evidence. Additionally, focusing on patient-oriented medicine and doctor–patient relationships is also essential. These methods are of great significance to prove the clinical efficacy of TCM and promote its development.

Keywords

• Coronary heart disease
• Traditional Chinese medicine
• Evidence-based research
• Evidence-based medicine
• Patient-oriented medicine
• Doctor–patient relationships