Effect of Combined Acupuncture During In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) on Clinical Pregnancy Rates: A Meta-Analysis
Journal · Fertility and Sterility (2024)
Original authors · 이미선, 김하영, 정수빈, et al.
DOI · 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2024.01.034
Summary
A meta-analysis was performed on 32 RCTs (total 4,128 patients) combining acupuncture before and after IVF procedures. Clinical pregnancy rate of the acupuncture combination group was 43.2%, significantly higher than controls (33.8%), with also improved endometrial receptivity-related indicators on embryo transfer day.
Key figures
Acupuncture group pregnancy rate
43.2%
Analyzed RCTs
32 studies
Total participants
4,128 patients
Conclusion
Acupuncture significantly improves clinical pregnancy rates of IVF procedures, with optimal effects particularly when performed before and after embryo transfer.
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