Author/Authors :
Gensini, G.F. University of Florence - Carlo Gnocchi Foundation - Department of Critical Care Medicine and Surgery, Italy , Lippi, D. University of Florence - Departments of Anatomy, Histology and Legal Medicine, Italy , Conti, A. University of Florence - Departments of Pathophysiology, Italy , Conti, A.A. University of Florence - Don Carlo Gnocchi Foundation - Department of Critical Care Medicine and Surgery, Italy
Abstract :
In the last 20 years international scientific literature has shown a steady increase in discussions concerning complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). When dealing with this subject, many issues arise. It is imperative to understand firstly the kind of medical reality concealed beyond the names of these practices and secondly, the problems posed to the medical profession by their increased therapeutic usage. Important questions further arise regarding the introduction of CAM therapies in medical curricula.
