Tree Nut Consumption on Metabolic Syndrome Criteria: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

s / Can J Diabetes 39 (2015) S38eS74 S56 Questionnaires were administered to all consenting research participants before surgery. The focus of this analysis is on 33 women who self-reported the presence of PCOS. Results: The average age was 41 9 years and average preoperative weight was 128 19 kg. Irregular menstrual cycle, problems with facial hair, and trouble conceiving were reported by 42%, 64% and 42%, respectively. High prevalence of T2DM (67%), dyslipidemia (61%), and hypertension (48%) were reported. 30% reported all 3 conditions. Conclusions: One in 5 women in our study self-reported PCOS diagnosed by a health professional as well as other metabolic disorders. Bariatric care teams need to be aware of the high prevalence of PCOS in this population. Follow-up surveys will assess postsurgery improvements in symptoms, reproductive health and fertility.