Metabolic syndrome describes a cluster of features including insulin resistance, central (abdominal) weight gain, raised blood pressure, and abnormal blood lipid levels. It commonly co-occurs with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and can affect long-term health as well as fertility treatment planning. Women with PCOS and features of metabolic syndrome may be offered screening for blood sugar and lipid abnormalities as part of a broader fertility work-up, alongside lifestyle advice, because these factors can influence both ovulation and pregnancy outcomes.
Also known as: insulin resistance syndrome
Sources
- ICMR Standard Treatment Workflows (icmr.gov.in/standard-treatment-workflows-stws)
- World Health Organization (who.int)
Last reviewed: 9 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.