Ischemia-modified albumin and cardiovascular risk markers in polycystic ovary syndrome with or without insulin resistance
Fertility and Sterility, vol.95, no.1, pp.310-313, 2011 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 95 Issue: 1
- Publication Date: 2011
- Doi Number: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2010.06.092
- Journal Name: Fertility and Sterility
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Page Numbers: pp.310-313
- Keywords: cardiovascular risk, insulin resistance, ischemia modified albumin, Ovary syndrome
- Ankara University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
The aim of this study was to evaluate ischemia-modified albumin levels (IMA) in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) cases with and without insulin resistance and the correlation of IMA with carotid intima media thickness, homocysteine, and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein levels. Significantly higher levels of IMA in young lean PCOS cases, more relevant in insulin resistant cases, indicates chronic hypoxia and oxidative stress which might play a role in the metabolic consequences in PCOS. © 2011 American Society for Reproductive Medicine, Published by Elsevier Inc.