Basic and clinical research on acupuncture for post-stroke depression: A narrative review

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World J Methodol. Jun 20, 2026; 16(2): 112371
Published online Jun 20, 2026. doi: 10.5662/wjm.v16.i2.112371

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Figure 1 Schematic diagram illustrating the multi-target mechanisms of acupuncture in the treatment of post-stroke depression. 5-HT: 5-hydroxytryptamine; ACTH: Adrenocorticotropic hormone; BDNF: Brain-derived neurotrophic factor; CRH: Corticotropin-releasing hormone; DA: Dopamine; GABA: Gamma-aminobutyric acid; GSH: Glutathione; IL: Interleukin; NE: Norepinephrine; SF: Serum ferritin; SOD: Superoxide dismutase; TNF-α: Tumor necrosis factor alpha.

Citation: Xie W, Di Z, Shao W, Wang AJ, Guan LH. Basic and clinical research on acupuncture for post-stroke depression: A narrative review. World J Methodol 2026; 16(2): 112371
URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2222-0682/full/v16/i2/112371.htm
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5662/wjm.v16.i2.112371