Insulin levels, insulin resistance, and leptin levels are not associated with the development of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
Received 25 April 2003; received in revised form 31 October 2003; accepted 31 October 2003.
Abstract
Insulin levels, insulin resistance, and leptin levels were evaluated in 47 women who developed ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) after participation in assisted reproduction technologies programs and in 47 matched controls who did not develop such a complication. Analysis of the results in relation to underlying polycystic ovarian syndrome and hyperinsulinemia revealed no association of insulin levels, insulin resistance, and leptin levels with the development of OHSS.
Second Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Athens, Aretaieion Hospital, Athens, Greece
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