Characterization of Patients with Premature Ovarian Failure, Endometriosis, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Women Attending Comprehensive Health Centers in Urmia, Iran

    April 2026 in “ BMC Women s Health ”
    Behrouz Fathi, Hojat Ghasemnejad-Berenji, Seyedeh Sona Hashemi … Morteza Bagheri
    Studysummary This study in Urmia, Iran, characterized women with PCOS, POF, and EMs, revealing a PCOS prevalence of 17.69% and emphasizing significant lifestyle and health differences compared to healthy individuals, particularly in rural areas, alongside identifying key screening features for POF and EMs.
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