Comparative effects of acupuncture and metformin on insulin sensitivity in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Comparative effects of acupuncture and metformin on insulin sensitivity in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis

ObjectiveTo systematically evaluate the clinical efficacy of acupuncture and metformin on insulin resistance (IR) in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).MethodsA computer search was conducted up to September 30, 2024, in databases including PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, China Biology Med...

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Main Authors:	Yun Wang, Hongchu Bao, Jianxiang Cong, Qinglan Qu
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-06-01
Series:	Frontiers in Endocrinology
Subjects:	acupuncture polycystic ovary syndrome metformin insulin resistance systematic review meta-analysis
Online Access:	https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fendo.2025.1553684/full
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