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Abstract: Experimental studies in animals and clinical studies in humans have
demonstrated that acupuncture can exert significant effects on the
cardiovascular system and provide effective therapy for a variety of
cardiovascular ailments.
In veterinary practice, acupuncture should be
considered as adjunctive therapy in cases of shock and cardiac arrest.
Acupuncture may also be beneficial as adjunctive or sole therapy in the
management of congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and systemic
hypertension.