The efficacy and safety of acupuncture and moxibustion for the management of nausea and vomiting in pregnant women: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Nausea and vomiting, which cause considerable multifaceted effects, are commonly experience in early pregnancy. Various therapeutic strategies are employed, including both conventional agents and complementary medicine. However, the effectiveness of complementary medicine remains controversial. The objective of this meta-analysis is to evaluate efficacy and safety of acupuncture and moxibustion in pregnant women.

Methods

We conducted a comprehensive search using electronic databases such as PubMed, Embase, ISI Web, Medline, Cochrane, clinicaltrial.gov, and several Chinese databases. A total of 21 randomized controlled trials were included in this study for quantitative analysis. Forest plots were utilized to evaluate the efficacy and safety of acupuncture and moxi

SUBMITTER: Hu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10828706 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature