Effect of aging on clinical features and metabolic complications of women with polycystic ovary syndrome

ConclusionPolycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) phenotype changes with age. Clinical and biochemical hyperandrogenism are a major concern in young PCOS women, while metabolic burden tends to increase with aging. Some of the cardiovascular risk factors are dependent on FAI and SHBG levels, whereas BMI confirms its key role in the genesis of most of the metabolic sequelae in PCOS, independently of age.
Source: Journal of Endocrinological Investigation - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research