Endocrine Abstracts

Background: Central obesity in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is associated with increased inflammatory markers and increased risk for type 2 diabetes.Aim: To evaluate the long-term effects of metformin (M) and/or oral contraceptives (OC) on fat mass.Research design: Randomized, controlled study.Setting: Outpatient clinic.Methods: 90 patients with PCOS were randomized to 12 months M (...