Cardiovascular disease risk in women with hyperandrogenism, oligomenorrhea/menstrual irregularity or polycystic ovaries (components of polycystic ovary syndrome): a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Andre Chu Qiao LoCharmaine Chu Wen LoClare Oliver-Williams

Published in: European heart journal open (2023)

Oligo-amenorrhea/menstrual irregularity is associated with greater risk of overall CVD, CHD, and MI. More research is needed to assess the risks associated with hyperandrogenism or polycystic ovaries.

Keyphrases

polycystic ovary syndrome
cardiovascular disease
insulin resistance
type diabetes
human health
metabolic syndrome
skeletal muscle
cardiovascular risk factors
cardiovascular events
risk assessment
coronary artery disease