Obstructive Sleep Apnea Predisposes to Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Volume: 20, Issue: 3, Pages: 244 - 251
Published: Mar 1, 2014
Abstract
Objective Some studies have shown a higher prevalence of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The objective of this study was to assess NAFLD in PCOS women with and without OSA. A possible role of high serum androgen levels in the development of OSA in PCOS women was also investigated. Methods Biochemical, hormonal, and polysomnography parameters were...
Paper Details
Title
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Predisposes to Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Published Date
Mar 1, 2014
Volume
20
Issue
3
Pages
244 - 251
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