Treatment of obesity in polycystic ovary syndrome: a position statement of the Androgen Excess and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Society

Lisa Jane Moran, Renato Pasquali, Helena Jane Teede, Kathleen M Hoeger, Robert J Norman

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    Abstract

    OBJECTIVE: To summarize current evidence on lifestyle management (dietry, excercise, or behavioural interventions) of obesity in woment with polycystic ovary syndrom (PCOS), to indicate gaps in knowledge, and to review the medical and surgical alternatives for weight management.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)1966 - 1982
    Number of pages17
    JournalFertility and Sterility
    Volume92
    Issue number6
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2009

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