Association between body roundness index and reproductive outcomes in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome: a secondary analysis based on PCOSAct

Key Points

• Poorer reproductive outcomes correlate with a higher body roundness index in women with PCOS, highlighting a significant association.
• Clinical pregnancy rates and live birth rates show nonlinear relationships with body roundness index, reflecting more complex dynamics.
• This analysis utilizes secondary data from the PCOSAct, enhancing insights into reproductive health among women with pol cystic ovary syndrome.
• Clinical implications suggest tracking body roundness index may improve risk assessment for reproductive issues in affected populations.

Abstract