Synopsis In vitro fertilization (IVF) is an invasive and expensive treatment option for infertile women, making it extremely imperative to succeed. Complementary procedures like acupuncture have been tried out to improve the success rate of IVF post embryo transfer. There is a lack of clarity and uniformity in the acupuncture protocols. Acupuncture could increase the success rates of IVF in women.
This Journal Watch discusses the study “Effectiveness of acupuncture on pregnancy success rates for women undergoing in vitro fertilization: A randomized controlled trial,” from the Taiwanese Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Authors: Pinar Gursoy Guven, Yasemin Cayir, and Bunyamin Borekci What was the need for the study? Previous studies have assessed the use of complementary therapies to improve pregnancy rates for infertile females undergoing IVF. Acupuncture regulates hormones, increases…
