Why the study?
What is the most practical and effective office-based method for detecting insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome?
Population
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Design
Review
Authors
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May support OGTT for PCOS office assessment; leaves open prospective outcome validation.
What is the most practical and effective office-based method for detecting insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome?
The oral glucose tolerance test is recommended as the most practical office-based assessment for insulin resistance and glucose intolerance in women with PCOS to help mitigate future cardiometabolic risks.
Legro et al. (2004) studied this question.
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