Ovarian Hyperandrogenism in Normal and Excessive Body Weight Adolescent Girls and Their Relation...
Polycystic Ovary SyndromeThe objective was to check whether serum androgen levels and concomitant metabolic changes, oxidative stress and inflammation in adolescent girls with hyperandrogenism may be related to diet. to identify the factors that increase the risk of being overweight and of obesity among adolescents with clinical features of PCOS, related to diet and DEA (Disordered Eating Attitudes) to investigate the relationships between markers of oxidation and markers of Systemic Inflammation and macronutrients intake to assess the relation between oral health of girls with PCOS (including condition of periodontium and dental caries) and their dietary habits, hormonal, metabolic and oxidative and inflammatory status.
Advanced Glycation End Products and Dietary Intervention in Polycystic Ovary Patients
Polycystic Ovary SyndromeDiet HabitRecently, the negative effects of advanced glycation end products on the pathophysiology of some diseases have attracted attention. This study was planned to evaluate the effect of dietary intervention and weight loss on serum advanced glycation and disease pathogenesis in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome.
Phenotype and Epidemiology of the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in Colombia (PEP - Colombia)...
Polycystic Ovary SyndromeHyperandrogenism1 moreThe goal of this observational study is to know the prevalence of PCOS among economically productive and reproductive age women from Medellín and the Valle de Aburrá, Colombia. The main questions it aims to answer are: What is the phenotypic distribution of PCOS detected in women seeking medical attention as a requirement for employment in Medellín and the Valle de Aburrá, Colombia? What is the effect of environmental factors, such as geographical location and diet, and biological factors (such as obesity and ethnicity/race) on the prevalence and phenotype of PCOS in this populatión? Participants will undergo anthropometric measurements and physical examination for hirsutism, acne, alopecia, acanthosis nigricans, and thyroid enlargement. During the initial visit, a transvaginal or transabdominal pelvic ultrasonography will be performed. A sample of venous blood will be collected in plain tubes for serum cryopreservation and for immediate glucose estimation. Some participants will be rescheduled for a second evaluation visit for additional assessment when they have a possible PCOs.
The Psychological and Social Impact of PCOS
Polycystic Ovary SyndromeThe aim of the study is to assess the association between the quality of life of patients with PCOS and various factors (age, BMI, socio-professional category, delay in diagnostic of PCOS, infertility, hyperandrogenism, parity, history of anxiety and depression, cycles disorders). This study will be proposed to patients known to have PCOS, during a follow-up consultation or a visit to a day hospital in the Gynaecology Department and/or a consultation in the Reproductive Medicine Department. No-objection forms will be collected at the same time. A link will be sent by e-mail to the patient to access the online questionnaire on the WEPI software and complete it after the consultation. Responses to the questionnaire will be collected progressively and stored in a secure RedCAP file.
Clinical Application of Serum Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) Measurements
Anti-Müllerian HormonePolycystic Ovarian Syndrome2 moreThis study aims to assess the association of Anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) with polycystic ovarian syndrome, premature ovarian insufficiency and fertility. The main objectives include the following: To study the level of serum AMH in women with PCOS and to evaluate the utility of serum AMH in the diagnosis of PCOS. To evaluate the level of serum AMH in women with POI and to evaluate the utility of serum AMH in the management of POI. To evaluate the associations of basal AMH level with FSH level and AFC respectively for women undergoing ART treatment. To determine the optimal regimen of gonadotropin for ovarian stimulation for women undergoing ART treatment. To evaluate the predictive value of serum AMH in reproductive outcomes including oocyte quality, embryo quality, pregnancy loss, clinical pregnancy and live birth rate in women undergoing ART treatment.
The PCOS Challenge Study
Polycystic Ovary SyndromeThe primary purpose of The PCOS Challenge Study will be to conduct high-quality research where patients are included in the design, and answering the questions that patients identify as important to their lived experience with PCOS. In partnership with clinical investigators, patients will work on the development and management of data collection, the research agenda, and the sharing of research findings. The PCOSC Study will promote the advancement of research that provides reliable, useful, and meaningful information to patients with PCOS and their clinicians. The population for The PCOS Challenge Study will include individuals with a clinical diagnosis of PCOS, individuals self-diagnosed with PCOS, individuals with symptoms of PCOS (e.g., hirsutism, irregular menstrual cycles), and demographic-matched controls without PCOS.
Interest of Myo-inositol Supplementation in Women With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary SyndromeReproductive MedicineThe main objective will be to check if MyoInositol (MYO) reduces the total resistance rate to Clomiphene Citrate (CC). For this, our study will be controlled, randomized and double blinded. It will include patients with PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome, defined by the Rotterdam criteria) who wish to become pregnant and are eligible to simple ovulation induction by CC. Half of them will receive MYO + levomefolic acid (5-MTHF) in addition to the CC, while the other half will receive a placebo containing only 5-MTHF in addition to the CC. The MYO supplementation will be initiated at least one month before taking CC and will be continued throughout this treatment until pregnancy or before switching to another type of treatment for ovulation induction if no pregnancy is obtained after 6 ovulatory cycles.
Effects of Oral Inositol Supplementation on Obstetrics Outcomes in PCOS Women
Polycystic Ovary SyndromePolycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a heterogeneous, multifaceted and complex disorder characterized by insulin resistance (IR), hyperinsulinemia, and hyperandrogenism leading ovarian disfunction and infertility. Given the central pathogenic role of IR in the endocrine, reproductive, and metabolic disturbances of PCOS, several pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches have been proposed to counteract the hyper insulinemic IR typical of the syndrome. Two Inositol stereoisomers, Myo-Inositol (MI) and D-chiro-inositol (DCI), captured the attention of researchers for their insulin-sensitizing actions, which configure them as proper candidates for the treatment of PCOS. Very few studies reported on spontaneous clinical pregnancy rates, none were powered for this outcome, and none reported on the clinically relevant outcome of live birth. Therefore, data about clinical pregnancy rate, live birth rate, and miscarriage rate comparing inositols with placebo are limited. Nevertheless, regarding infertility the primary outcomes that should be considered are clinical pregnancy rate, miscarriage rate and live birth rate. Although many studies showed improved hormonal and metabolic profile and improved ovulation rate and higher quality and number of oocyte retrieved in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) in PCOS women after inositols administration, data about clinical pregnancy rate, live birth rate, and miscarriage rate are limited with several concerns regarding interpretation of the studies. Furthermore, independently by the effect on PCOS related infertility, few data are available about the role of inositol on obstetrics outcomes of pregnancies conceived after treatment with inositol and/or orally supplemented during pregnancy. Considering that the combination of MI and DCI alleviate many of the metabolic dysregulations typical of PCOS thanks to insulin-sensitizing actions, it is plausible consider a beneficial effects on pregnancy complications such as gestational diabetes and preeclampsia.
Online Brief CBT Intervention for Women With PCOS
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) of Bilateral OvariesDepression2 moreThe aim of this randomized controlled trial is to test the effectiveness of an online brief standardized CBT intervention in women with PCOS. To study if an online brief CBT intervention is effective for anxiety and depression compared to control (waiting-list) in patients with PCOS To study if an online group-based brief CBT intervention is more effective for anxiety and depression compared to online individual brief CBT in patients with PCOS. To determine if an online brief CBT intervention is effective for improvements in QoL, coping strategies, body image, and eating disorder symptoms compared to control (waiting-list) in patients with PCOS
Etiological Factors of Obesity-Associated Hyperandrogenemia in Peripubertal Girls
ObesityHyperandrogenemia1 moreThe purpose of this study is to learn if obese pre- and early pubertal girls with hyperandrogenemia (HA) are more insulin resistant (i.e., have lower insulin-stimulated glucose disposal) compared to obese peripubertal girls without HA; and that overnight mean luteinizing hormone (LH) concentration is also an independent predictor of free testosterone concentrations, especially in mid- to late pubertal girls.