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ea0037ep688 | Pituitary: basic and neuroendocrinology | ECE2015

Plasma β-endorphins level is higher in lean patients with polycystic ovary syndrome than in lean women without this disorder

Kialka Marta , Spalkowska Magdalena , Milewicz Tomasz , Pelka Anna , Wasyl Barbara , Rogatko Iwona , Tomczyk Rita

Introduction: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common causes of anovulatory and infertility. According to the widespread data it affects 3–10% of women in the procreative age. Although many research have been done, it is still unclear which of mechanisms are responsible for the development of PCOS. The most up-to-date scientific trial indicates that the evolution of PCOS is related to the activity of the endogenous opioid system but precise mechanism is...