A resistência à insulina em pacientes com síndrome do ovário policístico

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Insulin is a hormone present in our body, secreted by the pancreas with the function of assisting in the metabolism of carbohydrates in the blood. In some cases, patients have a certain resistance to insulin (RI), which is the case of women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal alteration quite common among women, whose diagnosis is given by the presence of cysts. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study is to report on insulin resistance in patients with polycystic ovaries. METHODOLOGY: This study consists of an exploratory and descriptive study conducted through a literature review. RESULTS: It is vital to continue exploring new approaches and treatments that can further improve the management of insulin resistance in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome. CONCLUSION: I conclude that the comprehensive approach to treating insulin resistance in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome does not only consist of physical aspects, but requires hormonal and drug intervention when necessary.