Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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1079747 | Journal of Adolescent Health | 2010 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
In the adolescent population studied, no differences were revealed in lipid profile between PCOS and controls. The PCOS is not a discriminant factor. The anthropometric characteristics resulted in the primary factor influencing the lipid derangement, confirming the importance of treating obesity at an early age to reduce morbidity rates. Hyperinsulinemia and IR, peculiarities of PCOS capable of influencing long-term evolution into cardiovascular diseases and diabetes mellitus, are not associated with worse lipid profile. Young patients should be encouraged and motivated to change their lifestyle, with the aim of losing weight and thus reducing risk of onset of overt dyslipidemia.
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Authors
Annamaria MD, Roberta MD, Elaine MD, Stefano MD, Luigi MD, Gian Benedetto MD,