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

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The analysis showed a greater reduction in WHR in the experimental group compared to the control group; however, the difference did not reach statistical significance (SMD = -0.44, 95% CI [-0.92, 0.04]) ( Figure 5 ).

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