Loss of PKBβ/Akt2 predisposes mice to ovarian cyst formation and increases the severity of polycystic ovary formation in vivo
SUMMARY Ovarian cysts affect women of all ages and decrease fertility. In particular, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), in which multiple follicular cysts develop, affects 5-10% of women of reproductive age and can result in infertility. Current non-invasive treatments for PCOS can resolve cysts a...
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Main Authors: | David F. Restuccia (Author), Debby Hynx (Author), Brian A. Hemmings (Author) |
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The Company of Biologists,
2012-05-01T00:00:00Z.
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