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Glucose intolerance in a large cohort of mediterranean women with polycystic ovary syndrome: phenotype and associated factors.
Diabetes - 1 Sept 2004
Gambineri Alessandra, Pelusi Carla, Manicardi Elisa, Vicennati Valentina, Cacciari Mauro, Morselli-Labate Antonio Maria, Pagotto Uberto, Pasquali Renato
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The aim of this study was to investigate the phenotypic parameters and associated factors characterizing the development of glucose intolerance in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Among the 121 PCOS female subjects from the Mediterranean region, 15.7 and 2.5% displayed impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes, respectively. These subjects were included in a single group of overweight or obese subjects...
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