Effect of Human Placental Extract on Fatigue
Author Information
Author(s): Lee Kang-Kon, Choi Whan-Seok, Yum Keun-Sang, Song Sang-Wook, Ock Sun-Myeong, Park Sat-Byul, Kim Moon-Jong
Primary Institution: The Catholic University of Korea School of Medicine
Hypothesis
The human placental extract solution is effective in improving fatigue.
Conclusion
The human placental extract solution was effective in the improvement of fatigue.
Supporting Evidence
- The fatigue recovery rate was 71.00% in the group receiving the Unicenta solution.
- The fatigue recovery rate was 71.72% in the group receiving exclusively human placental extract.
- The placebo group had a fatigue recovery rate of 44.21%.
- Statistically significant differences were found between the experimental groups and the placebo group.
Takeaway
This study tested a special liquid made from human placenta to see if it helps people feel less tired, and it worked well.
Methodology
A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study with 315 subjects assigned to three groups receiving different treatments over four weeks.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to high expectations from participants regarding the treatment.
Limitations
The study duration was short, and the placebo group showed a higher than expected fatigue recovery rate.
Participant Demographics
Subjects aged 18-75 with persistent fatigue; 87% female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.0001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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