A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) Investigating the Efficacy and Safety of Acupuncture in Treating Myocardial Ischemia/Reperfusion (I/R) Injury.

ABSTRACT: Objectives: This study systematically reviewed and meta-analyzed randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating the efficacy and safety of acupuncture in myocardial ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury. Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted in PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure, China Science and Technology Journal Database, and Wanfang from database inception to November 3, 2024. Eligible RCTs assessing acupuncture for myocardial I/R injury were included. Statistical analyses were performed using Review Manager 5.3 and Stata 16. Results: A total of 26 RCTs of moderate methodological quality were included. Acupuncture significantly reduced myocardial enzyme levels compared to controls. Inflammatory marker

SUBMITTER: Xiong J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12213044 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature