Diagnosis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline

    October 2013 in “ The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism ”
    Richard S. Legro, Silva Arslanian, David A. Ehrmann … Corrine K. Welt
    Studysummary This guideline from the Endocrine Society recommends using the Rotterdam criteria for diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and outlines first-line treatments, emphasizing hormonal contraceptives and lifestyle intervention.
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