Randomized controlled trial evaluating response to metformin versus standard therapy in the treatment of adolescents with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Authors

Holley Allen MD, Baystate HealthFollow
Laura Koenigs MD, Baystate HealthFollow
Nancy Miller MD, Baystate HealthFollow
Edward Reiter MD, Baystate HealthFollow

Author Department

Pediatrics

Document Type

Article, Peer-reviewed

Publication Date

8-1-2005

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: We evaluated the hypothesis that metformin would improve signs and symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in adolescents as compared to oral contraceptive pills (OCP) and have a favorable effect on obesity. STUDY DESIGN: Thirty-five obese

Publication ISSN

0028-4793

Recommended Citation

J Pediatr Endocrinol Metab 2005 Aug;18(8):761-8.