5α-Reductase Activity in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    March 2017 in “ Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology ”
    Chuyan Wu, Ke Wei, Zhongli Jiang
    Studysummary Women with PCOS have higher 5α-reductase activity, which may be linked to insulin resistance.
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    Research cited in this study 2

    1. Evidence for Increased 5α-Reductase Activity During Early Childhood in Daughters of Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism · 2016
    2. Revised 2003 Consensus on Diagnostic Criteria and Long-Term Health Risks Related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Fertility and Sterility · 2004