Role of Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin Kexin Type 9 Inhibitor Therapy in treatment of Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A systemic Review of Metabolic and Cardiovascular Outcomes

Abstract

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine condition that affects both obese and nonobese women of reproductive age group. Its clinical presentation is dysmenorrhea, hirsutism, acne, metabolic complications, infertility, and polycystic ovaries. The study is aimed to assess the efficacy of Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin/Kexin Type 9 (PCSK9) Inhibitors to lower dyslipidemia in women with PCOS to prevent long term cardio-metabolic complications. PCSK 9 Inhibitors ( Alirocumab, Evolocumab, and Inclisiran) bind to LDL receptors in liver and lower LDLC levels, preventing long term adverse side effects. This review aims at showing that these drugs can be effective when prescribed to women with PCOS earlyon to prevent some serious cardiovascular and metabolic complications in the long run. In terms of medical therapy, most physicians prescribe Metformin and Statins as first line agents to control risk factors. But much of the research supported the use of PCSK 9 Inhibitors early in the disease process or as an add-on to statins for controlling the lipid profile. When compared to Statins, the control rates of PCSK 9 Inhibitors were equal or superior and they showed additive effect when given along with other lipid lowering agents. Studies showed these drugs have only minor side effects and have good tolerability profile. They do not have severe side effects as compared to statins or fibrates.