Adipose Expression of Leptin, Adiponectin and IL-6 and Plasma Levels of Adipocytokines in Women With and Without Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Adipocytokines in Lean and Obese Women With and Without PCOS

The purpose of the study was to investigate adipose expression and plasma levels of different adipocytokine, which may play a role in the pathophysiology of PCOS. The investigators investigated lean and obese women with and without PCOS.

Inclusion Criteria:

• women with PCOS according to the Rotterdam criteria

Exclusion Criteria:

• other known diseases