Mesenchymal Stem/Progenitors and Other Endometrial Cell Types From Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Display Inflammatory and Oncogenic Potential

Terhi Piltonen, J. Chen, David W. Erikson, Trimble Spitzer, Fatima Barragan, Joseph T. Rabban, Heather G. Huddleston, Juan C. Irwin, Linda C. Giudice

The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism · 2013 · 102 citations · 42 references

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Abstract

Isolated endometrial cell populations in women with PCOS showed altered gene expression revealing inflammation and prooncogenic changes, independent of body mass index, especially in eEP(PCOS) and eMSC(PCOS), compared with controls. The study reveals an endometrial disease phenotype in women with PCOS with potential negative effects on endometrial function and long-term health.

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