'Histological evaluation of the ovary and some vital variables in women with polycystic ovary syndrome'

Authors

  • Ibrahim Samer Al-Badri,a , Raghad Hazem Alabbasy,b, Hanan Waleed Muhamed ALSAMMARRAIE Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48047/

Keywords:

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), nesfatin-1, total testosterone, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone(LH) , estrogen (E2) , prolactin.

Abstract

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a medical condition that affects the function of the ovaries and hormone
production in women. It causes symptoms such as irregular menstruation, increased testosterone secretion,
weight gain, excessive hair growth and insulin resistance. The causes are not completely known, but genetic,
environmental and lifestyle factors play a role. Possible complications include increased risk of heart disease,
diabetes, and high blood pressure. It is diagnosed through laboratory tests, such as examining hormones and white blood cells. Recently, studies are focusing on the level of nesfatin-1 protein in PCOS patients, and the results indicate that its levels differ between patients and healthy people, and it is considered a diagnostic tool that needs extensive study

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Published

2024-08-06