Key result
Polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases linked to metabolic dysfunction, hyperandrogenism, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and an inflammatory state.
Population
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Design
Review
Authors
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May prompt CV risk assessment in PCOS; leaves open need for interventional trials.
PCOS should be considered a significant cardiovascular risk factor due to its association with metabolic syndrome, hypertension, and vascular abnormalities.
Scicchitano et al. (2012) conducted a review in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) vs. Women without PCOS was evaluated. Polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases linked to metabolic dysfunction, hyperandrogenism, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and an inflammatory state.
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