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ea0019p296 | Reproduction | SFEBES2009

Patient reported outcomes for the use of metformin in polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

Hillary C , Conway A , Waung J , Elrishi M , Levy M , Howlett T

Background: Metformin is an established treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) but patient-reported outcomes with respect to its effects and tolerability have not been widely reported. About 68 patients with PCOS treated with metformin in our clinic were surveyed by questionnaire.Results: a. Demographics: 42/68 patients were currently, and 26 previously treated with metformin for PCOS. Median age and BMI was 31 years (range 16–49), and ...