Different effectiveness of acupuncture treatment schedule on ART pregnancy outcomes: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Acupuncture shows potential in enhancing pregnancy outcomes in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), yet the variability in protocols necessitates identifying optimal strategies.

Objective

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of different acupuncture treatment schedules-specifically the timing, duration, and frequency-on ART pregnancy outcomes, and to identify the most effective strategies.

Methods

A systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials published up to May 2024 was conducted. Studies assessing acupuncture's impact on ART outcomes were included. Primary outcomes were clinical pregnancy rate and live birth rate; secondary outcomes included fertilization rate and high-quality embryo rate.

Results

Acupuncture

SUBMITTER: Yang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12446238 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature