Body Fat Distribution in Thai Reproductive-Aged Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Compared to Non-Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Women

    February 2024 in “ Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology ”
    Thanyarat Wongwananuruk, Arisa Kongcharoensukying, Pornpoj Pramyothin, Suchada Indhavivadhana, Prasong Tanmahasamut, Manee Rattanachaiyanont, Kitirat Techatraisak, Surasak Angsuwathana, Nutchaya Sa‐nga‐areekul, Nichamon Pingkul, Panicha Chantrapanichkul
    TLDR PCOS women have more arm fat and higher insulin resistance and glucose levels than non-PCOS women.
    This study compared body fat distribution in 60 Thai women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) to 60 non-PCOS women, with matched body mass indexes. While the overall fat distribution patterns were not significantly different between the two groups, PCOS women with abnormal glucose tolerance test results had a higher proportion of arm fat. Additionally, PCOS women exhibited higher levels of insulin resistance, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein, androgens, and glucose levels compared to non-PCOS women. No significant differences in fat distribution were found between PCOS women with and without hyperandrogenemia.
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