Complement activation in polycystic ovary syndrome occurs in the postprandial and fasted state and is influenced by obesity and insulin sensitivity.

Ruth D LewisAnil K NarayanaswamyDaniel FarewellDafydd Aled Rees

Published in: Clinical endocrinology (2020)

Activation and terminal complement pathway components are elevated in patients with PCOS, especially in the presence of insulin resistance and obesity.

Keyphrases

insulin resistance
polycystic ovary syndrome
high fat diet induced
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
high fat diet
skeletal muscle
type diabetes
weight loss
glycemic control
physical activity