Search for dissertations about: "hyperandrogenism"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 22 swedish dissertations containing the word hyperandrogenism.

2. 1. Polycystic ovary syndrome and pregnancy complications : Focus on hyperandrogenism and comorbidity

   Author : Ragnheiður Valdimarsdóttir; Inger Sundström Poromaa; Anna-Karin Wikström; Karin Pettersson; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Polycystic ovary syndrome; PCOS; epidemiology; pregnancy complications; anti-Müllerian hormone; AMH; testosterone; preeclampsia; gestational diabetes mellitus; GDM; Obstetrik och gynekologi; Obstetrics and Gynaecology;

   Abstract : Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder among women, affecting their lives in many ways. PCOS is characterised by ovulatory dysfunction, polycystic ovary morphology and hyperandrogenism, either clinical or biochemical. Women with PCOS face a higher risk of obstetric complications than women without PCOS. READ MORE

4. 2. Polycystic ovary syndrome in a lifetime perspective

   Author : Maria Forslund; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; cardiovascular disease; FSH; hyperandrogenism; insulin resistance; menopause; netabolic syndrome; PCOS; postmenopausal; type 2 diabetes mellitus; quality of life;

   Abstract : Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is common, affecting 9-18% of women. PCOS is associated with symptoms due to hyperandrogenism and ovarian dysfunction, but is also associated with the metabolic syndrome including obesity, insulin resistance and elevated blood lipids. READ MORE

5. 3. Polycystic ovary syndrome : Long-term health aspects

   Author : Sofia Persson; Evangelia Elenis; Inger Sundström Poromaa; Sahruh Turkmen; Elizabeth Nedstrand; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; PCOS; Hyperandrogenism; Hirsutism; Fertility; Type 2 diabetes; Hypertension; Dyslipidaemia; Medicinsk vetenskap; Medical Science;

   Abstract : Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder among women of reproductive age, affecting many aspects of women’s health such as fertility, cardiovascular health and quality of life. However, less is known about later life stages, as well as the impact of hyperandrogenism and PCOS itself, apart from risks associated with excess body weight. READ MORE

6. 4. Polycystic ovary syndrome : a study of adipocyte lipolysis in relation to endocrine and metabolic status

   Author : Ingvar Ek; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Adipocyte; beta-adrenoceptors; FFA; hyperandrogenism; HSL; insulin resistance; lipolysis; PCOS; PKA;

   Abstract : The aim of the present thesis was to obtain insight into possible regulatory effects of androgens on the regulation of lipolysis in subcutaneous as well as visceral adipose tissue in women with the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). In non-obese women with PCOS, adrenergic lipolysis was investigated in both subcutaneous abdominal and visceral adipose tissue and several, novel disturbances were found. READ MORE

7. 5. Polycystic ovary syndrome : studies of affective symptoms in association with sex steroids and evaluation of electroacupuncture and physical exercise

   Author : Elizabeth Jedel; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common heterogeneous condition in women of reproductive age, relating to both physical and mental health. Thoughts on primary pathological origins shift from the ovary to the adrenal gland. Insulin signaling pathways and sympathetic nerve activity are thought to be involved. READ MORE