Circulating levels of adipose products and differences in fat distribution in the ovulatory and anovulatory phenotypes of polycystic ovary syndrome.
- Authors: Carmina, E; Bucchieri, S; Mansueto, P; Rini, GB; Ferin, M; Lobo, RA
- Publication year: 2009
- Type: Articolo in rivista (Articolo in rivista)
- Key words: fat distribution; polycystic ovary syndrome
- OA Link: http://hdl.handle.net/10447/36345
Abstract
Central fat distribution is increased in anovulatory women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) compared with ovulatory PCOS and matched controls. Among secreted adipocytokines, this is reflected mainly in lower levels of adiponectin.