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Metformin decreases IGF1-induced cell proliferation and protein synthesis through AMP-activated protein kinase in cultured bovine granulosa cells.
Reproduction (Cambridge, England) - 1 Feb 2010
Tosca Lucie, Ramé Christelle, Chabrolle Christine, Tesseraud Sophie, Dupont Joëlle
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Although its mechanism of action is still unclear, metformin is an anti-diabetic drug effective to restore cyclicity and spontaneous ovulation in women with polycystic ovary syndrome. It may also reduce the risk of cancer. We have recently shown that metformin treatment decreases steroidogenesis...
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