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Inositols in PCOS

Combining treatment with myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol (40:1) is effective in restoring ovary function and metabolic balance in PCOS patients

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Pages 1-9 | Received 22 Jul 2016, Accepted 10 Oct 2016, Published online: 29 Nov 2016

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