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The increase of leukocytes as a new putative marker of low-grade chronic inflammation and early cardiovascular risk in polycystic ovary syndrome.

Published in The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism • Jan 1, 2005
Authors:
Francesco Orio
,
Stefano Palomba
,
Teresa Cascella

Abstract

White blood cell (WBC) count is a known risk factor for atherosclerotic vascular disease in adult women. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is potentially a risk factor for atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. The aim of the present study was to investigate leukocyte count in PCOS. One hundred ...

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