Evaluation of body fat distribution in PCOS and its association with carotid atherosclerosis and insulin resistance

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Authors

Aysun Bay Karabulut · Denizli Devlet Hastanesi

Güzin Fidan Yaylalı · Denizli Devlet Hastanesi

Semra Demirlenk · Denizli Devlet Hastanesi

Abstract

Fat accumulation is more prominent in visceral and subcutaneous regions in PCOS. Increased BMI and abdominal type of obesity are closely related to the increased carotid artery IMT and insulin resistance. Weight control and regional weight loss are important part of the treatment for the future health of women with PCOS.

Topics & Keywords

Cardiovascular Health and Disease Prevention Cardiovascular Disease and Adiposity Cerebrovascular and Carotid Artery Diseases

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Gynecological Endocrinology

Volume 28, Issue 2, pp. 111-114

DOI: 10.3109/09513590.2011.589929

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