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BackgroundEvidence synthesis for whole medical systems, defined as complete systems of theory and practice that have evolved independently from biomedicine. is challenging. This paper provides a framework for evidence synthesis of Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) systems incorporating context and complexity. A systematic review program on the effects of homeopathic preparations is used as a practical illustration of the proposed framework.Proposed solutionA systems perspective considers the patient as a complex system of interconnected regulative subsystems embedded in a complex environment, and disease as a dysregulation of the dynamic adaptive state of the organism. Most TCIM systems, including homeopathy, aim to stimulate regulative systems and their functions to regain homeostasis. The consequences of these principles for the approach to evidence synthesis of TCIM systems are explored and explained.Framework componentsA systems perspective takes into account a plurality of evidence sources, including 'real-world' clinical data such as case reports, case series and cohort studies. The systematic review program focuses on comparative studies of homeopathy in various clinical indications and includes both non-randomized prospective studies of interventions (NRSIs) and randomized controlled trials (RCTs). For risk-of-bias assessments, use is made of respectively ROBINS-I and ROB2. Evidence certainty is graded transparently and rigorously based on the GRADE framework. An experienced patient advocate is involved in the research program and input from patient advisors who experienced the clinical indication under investigation is incorporated.DiscussionRCT and NRSI evidence on homeopathic preparations for a range of clinical indications will be synthesised. A limitation, from a complex systems perspective, is that the implication of these findings will still need to be contextualized within the broader context of the existing state of knowledge. An 'evidence eco-system' that includes complementary sources of information will be required to inform decisions.ConclusionEvidence synthesis of TCIM systems can move beyond conventional approaches by framing evidence within its complexity and context, together with real-world data and patient perspectives. This approach entails methodological challenges and will require gap analyses to guide future research and improve the applicability for public health and individualized patient care.

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Objectives: In Part 1 of the review of physicochemical research performed on homeopathic preparations the authors identified relevant publications of sufficient reporting quality for further in-depth analysis. In this article, the authors analyze these publications to identify any empirical evidence for specific physicochemical properties of homeopathic preparations and to identify most promising experimental techniques for future studies. Methods: After an update of the literature search up to 2018, the authors analyzed all publications in terms of individual experiments. They extracted information regarding methodological criteria such as blinding, randomization, statistics, controls, sample preparation, and replications, as well as regarding experimental design and measurement methods applied. Scores were developed to identify experimental techniques with most reliable outcomes. Results: The publications analyzed described 203 experiments. Less than 25% used blinding and/or randomization, and about one third used adequate controls to identify specific effects of homeopathic preparations. The most promising techniques used so far are nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) relaxation, optical spectroscopy, and electrical impedance measurements. In these three areas, several sets of replicated high-quality experiments provide evidence for specific physicochemical properties of homeopathic preparations. Conclusions: The authors uncovered a number of promising experimental techniques that warrant replication to assess the reported physicochemical properties of homeopathic preparations compared with controls. They further discuss a range of experimental aspects that highlight the many factors that need to be taken into consideration when performing basic research into homeopathic potentization. For future experiments, the authors generally recommend using succussed (vigorously shaken) controls, or comparing different homeopathic preparations with each other to reliably identify any specific physicochemical properties.

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Homeopathy has been increasingly investigated as a complementary approach in the management of reproductive disorders in livestock. Several studies in dairy cattle and buffaloes have demonstrated the efficacy of homeopathic complexes, administered in various potencies (e.g., 30C, 200C, 6C, 30X and MK), in managing conditions such as true anoestrus, ovarian inactivity, cystic ovarian disease, postpartum anestrus and endometritis. These remedies, including Calcarea phosphorica, Sepia, Pulsatilla, Aletris farinosa and Oophorinum, appear to exert regulatory effects on the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis, improving ovarian cyclicity, estrus induction and conception rates. Additionally, some homeopathic formulations have shown potential in modulating mineral metabolism, supporting follicular development and restoring hormonal balance. Beyond female fertility, emerging evidence highlights the potential role of homeopathy in enhancing male fertility by improving mitochondrial bioenergetics, sperm motility and semen quality. Complexes such as Ubichinon compositum®, Coenzyme compositum® and individualized remedies like Sulphur, Phosphorus, Lycopodium, Argentum nitricum and Pulsatilla have demonstrated promising effects on sperm function and cryopreservation outcomes in bulls. Collectively, these findings suggest that homeopathy, through endocrine modulation, metabolic support and cellular bioenergetics enhancement, holds promise as a safe and viable alternative or adjunct therapy for improving reproductive performance in farm animals.

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Background and Objectives Over the past decade, research using various methods has claimed the material nature of high homeopathic potencies. The current study aims to verify these findings using pH measurements. Methods Six independent serial dilutions of commonly used homeopathic medicines, either soluble (Arnica, Belladona, Gelsemium, Pyrogenium, Pyrogenium crudum, Kalium muriaticum) or insoluble (Cuprum, Argentum, Silicea), and prepared according to European Pharmacopoeia standards were pooled and used for pH measurement. We compared the homeopathic dynamisations (DYNs) in pure water with their potentized controls and with simple dilutions (DILs) up to 30cH/10−60. We also tested the influence of the container (Glass or Polyethylene terephthalate ‘PET’) on the solvent controls. Results The different manufacturing processes of the stocks (trituration required or not) influence the pH results. Stock heating process changes the pH of the entire production line. pH measurements can distinguish a dynamised production line from its dynamised solvent but not always from their simple dilution. The presence of a stock at the beginning of a homeopathic manufacturing process modifies the electrical behaviour of the solvent during all successive dilutions, even at the highest dilutions/dynamisations. The container has a significant effect on the electric field indicating the involvement of the atmosphere and leaching processes. Conclusion In homeopathic potentisations of all stocks, an electric field can be measured with specific intensities, even when diluted beyond Avogadro’s number. Homeopathic potentisation is not a simple solvent dilution. The starting material, the solvent used, the type of container and the manufacturing method influence the characteristics of these electric fields. The process of heating the stock should be avoided. The reasons for the presence of these pH values and their stability are not known, but they are most likely related to the presence of nanometric superstructures in these preparations. The role of pH in the manufacturing process and in the effects of homeopathic medicines should be further investigated.

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