Comparative efficacy of statins, metformin, spironolactone and combined oral contraceptives in reducing testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a network meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials

Comparative efficacy of statins, metformin, spironolactone and combined oral contraceptives in reducing testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a network meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials

Abstract Background Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder affecting about 10% of women in reproductive age and associated with a variety of hormonal abnormalities, including hyperandrogenemia and infertility, all of which could lead to PCOS. Statins were previously introduced as...

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Main Authors: Hussain H. Almalki, Turki M. Alshibani, Abdullah A. Alhifany, Omar A. Almohammed
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-04-01
Series:BMC Women's Health
Subjects:
Statins
Metformin
Spironolactone
Contraceptives
PCOS
Testosterone
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12905-020-00919-5

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