Uterine fibroid and its association with metabolic syndrome in women of reproductive age (literature review)
Journal: Acta Biomedica Scientifica (East Siberian Biomedical Journal)
Year: 2022

Uterine fibroid is one of the most common gynecological diseases in women of reproductive age and many aspects of this disease remain the subject of investigation. In particular, the role of the metabolic syndrome is of interest as a potential predictor of uterine fibroid or a comorbid condition that has pathogenetic significance. The aim of this literature review is to systematize current data on the prevalence and associations of the metabolic syndrome and uterine fibroid in women of reproduct