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Stem cell therapy, particularly using mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), has emerged as a promising alternative. This meta-analysis evaluates the efficacy and safety of MSCs therapy for IUA.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title><jats:p>We systematically searched Embase, MEDLINE, and the Cochrane Library up to January 2025. Using random or fixed-effects models, we analyzed outcomes including pregnancy rates, endometrial thickness, menstrual improvement, and safety indicators. Subgroup analyses were performed based on stem cell sources and transplantation methods.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>Twelve studies with 233 patients were included. Stem cell therapy significantly improved menstrual outcomes (RR = 34.54, 95%CI: [15.07\u201379.18]), pregnancy rates (RR = 21.86, 95%CI: [8.60\u201355.56]), live birth rates (RR = 18.00, 95%CI: [6.67\u201348.55]), and endometrial thickness (MD = 2.28mm, 95%CI: [1.60\u20132.96]). Subgroup analyses indicated that adipose-derived (MD = 3.34\u00a0mm) and menstrual blood-derived (MD = 3.62\u00a0mm) stem cells exhibited the highest efficacy. Safety data indicated mild abdominal pain in 5.15% and abnormal blood indices in 4.29% of patients, with no severe complications.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Stem cell therapy may improve the reproductive prognosis of patients with IUA. Autologous adipose or menstrual blood-derived stem cells via local injection are cautiously recommended. 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