A network meta-analysis on the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture in treating patients with major depressive disorder

Abstract Acupuncture is an important alternative therapy in treating major depressive disorder (MDD), but its efficacy and safety are still not well assessed. This study is the first network meta-analysis exploring the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture, common pharmacological treatments or oth...

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Main Authors: Hu Zhichao, Lam Wai Ching, Li Huijuan, Yao Liang, Wang Zhiyu, Huang Weiyang, Bian Zhaoxiang, Zhong L. D. Linda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2021-05-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-88263-y