ea0034oc6.4 | Clinical | SFEBES2014
Udiawar Maneesh
, Berlot Rok
, O'Sullivan Michael
, Rees Aled
Background: Metabolic disorders such as type 2 diabetes are risk factors for the development of dementia. In addition to vascular dysfunction, insulin resistance may be important since altered insulin sensitivity is associated with changes in neurogenesis. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder characterised by insulin resistance. Little is known about the impact of metabolic abnormalities on brain structure and function in younger adults.Objecti...