Polycystic ovary syndrome: a “risk-enhancing” factor for cardiovascular disease
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder among women of reproductive age and is hallmarked by hyperandrogenism, oligo-ovulation, and polycystic ovarian morphology. Polycystic ovary syndrome, particularly the hyperandrogenism phenotype, is associated with several cardiometabolic abnormalities, including obesity, dyslipidemia, elevated blood pressure, and prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Many, but not all, studies have suggested that PCOS is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), including coronary heart disease and stroke, independent of body mass index and traditional risk factors.
Source: Fertility and Sterility - Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: Carolyn Guan, Salman Zahid, Anum S. Minhas, Pamela Ouyang, Arthur Vaught, Valerie L. Baker, Erin D. Michos Tags: Views and reviews Source Type: research
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