PolyCystic Ovary Syndrome as Suggested Risk Group for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

PolyCystic Ovary Syndrome as Suggested Risk Group for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

To study the prevalence, non-invasive diagnostics and evolution of non-alcoholic-fatty-liver-disease (NAFLD) in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adults (i.e. older than 18 years of age)
• The diagnosis of PCOS based on expert opinion (i.e. according to Rotterdam criteria)
• Able to understand patients information concerning this study
• Able to give written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Excessive alcohol use: ≥ 2u (20g)/day for females
• Exclusion of other causes of liver disease
• Secondary causes of liver steatosis
• Other causes of endocrinological disease
• Diseases that might mimic PCOS