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Retinal Changes Linked to PCOS

Meta-analysis of OCT and OCT angiography studies found thicker retinal nerve fiber layers and slightly thinner central macula in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome.

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    PCOS patients have thicker retinal nerve fiber layers than healthy controls.

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    Central macular thickness is slightly thinner in PCOS cases.

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    Thicker choroidal thickness observed but with low evidence certainty.

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    Retinal microvascular density showed no significant differences.

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    Most studies had good-quality ratings under the Newcastle–Ottawa Scale.

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    Evidence is based on a systematic review of 15 studies, primarily Turkish data.

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    Findings indicate structural changes in the retina related to PCOS.

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    No financial conflicts reported by the researchers.

Original Source(s)

Retinal Changes Linked to PCOS

  • by Julie Greenbaum

  • March 16, 2026

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