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Comparison of Clinical, Metabolic, and Hormonal Profiles in Obese Versus Lean Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Obesity shapes how polycystic ovary syndrome presents clinically and metabolically, suggesting personalized approaches may help tailor management.

INTRODUCTION: Obesity substantially influences clinical and metabolic manifestations of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). TRIAL REGISTRATION: The meta-analysis was registered with PROSPERO under registration number CRD420251240521.

What the study was

Study design
Systematic Review
Population
INTRODUCTION: Obesity substantially influences clinical and metabolic manifestations of polycystic o
Sample size
5363
Category
Treatment Innovation
Maturity
Validated
Journal
Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism

Why it surfaced

High-level evidence synthesis; high triage score

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