The Role of Lipid Accumulation Product (LAP) as a Metabolic Indicator in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Ioannis Prokopakis, Vasilios Pergialiotis, Ioakeim Sapantzoglou, Eleftherios Zachariou, Antonios Koutras, Nikolaos Thomakos, Kalliopi Pappa

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) presents one of the most widespread endocrine disorders affecting women of reproductive age, predominantly characterized by hyperandrogenism, anovulation, and polycystic ovaries. Women diagnosed with PCOS also present an increased risk for developing metabolic complications like dyslipidemia, metabolic syndrome …

Posted in 2023 Volume 22 – Issue 3 Tagged , , , ,

Myo-inositol supplementation as a preventive consideration for gestational diabetes mellitus

George Asimakopoulos, Panagiotis Antsaklis, Mariana Theodora, Michael Sindos, Alexandros Rodolakis, Dimitrios Loutradis, George Daskalakis

 

 

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is defined as impaired glucose tolerance with onset or first recognition during pregnancy, which is characterized by increased insulin resistance. GDM affects about 10% of pregnancies and its prevalence is rising worldwide mainly due to the advancing maternal age and the increased prevalence of obesity. GDM is associated with pregnancy-related maternal and fetal morbidity (both antenatal and perinatal). Traditional treatments for the GDM include diet and, if it is necessary, insulin …

Posted in 2020 Volume 19 – Issue 1 Tagged , , ,