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ArticleToxicology research2025

Protective effects of apricot kernel oil and metformin against BPA-induced ovarian toxicity in rat models of polycystic ovary syndrome: insights into PI3K/AKT and mitochondrial apoptosis pathways.

Xuejuan Jiao, Qianqian Zhang, Guoliu Ye, Fang Xing, Dongmei Xie, Liqun Wang

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Xuejuan JiaoDepartment of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital Bengbu Medical College, No. 287, Changhuai Road, Longzihu District, Bengbu City, Anhui Province, 233000, China.
Qianqian ZhangDepartment of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital Bengbu Medical College, No. 287, Changhuai Road, Longzihu District, Bengbu City, Anhui Province, 233000, China.
Guoliu YeDepartment of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital Bengbu Medical College, No. 287, Changhuai Road, Longzihu District, Bengbu City, Anhui Province, 233000, China.
Fang XingDepartment of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital Bengbu Medical College, No. 287, Changhuai Road, Longzihu District, Bengbu City, Anhui Province, 233000, China.
Dongmei XieDepartment of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital Bengbu Medical College, No. 287, Changhuai Road, Longzihu District, Bengbu City, Anhui Province, 233000, China.
Liqun WangDepartment of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital Bengbu Medical College, No. 287, Changhuai Road, Longzihu District, Bengbu City, Anhui Province, 233000, China.

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Abstract

In this study, the therapeutic synergistic effects of metformin (MET) and Apricot Kernel Oil (AKO) were investigated in an animal model of bisphenol A (BPA)-induced polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). BPA disrupts endocrine functions and induces oxidative stress in ovarian tissues, leading to PCOS. AKO and MET target underlying mechanisms associated with PCOS, particularly those related to insulin resistance and oxidative stress, which are critical in the pathology of this condition. Antioxidant activities, total phenolic, and flavonoid contents of AKO were performed. The AKO underwent liquid chromatographic-electrospray ionization tandem mass-spectrometric (LC-ESI-MS/MS) analysis after acetonitrile treatment. PCOS was induced in adult Wistar rats by administering BPA. After 60 days, the 70 rats were divided into seven groups (n = 10/group): Normal, PCOS, MET, AKO, and co-treatment with MET and AKO. On the 22

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apricot kernel oilbisphenol ametforminpolycystic ovarian syndrometoxicity

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PMID40421425
PMCPMC12103898

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