A Guide to Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

    March 2014 in “ Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care ”
    W. Colin Duncan
    TLDR PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, marked by high androgen levels and often seen in 20% of women via ultrasound.
    Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) was the most common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age, with 20% of women showing polycystic ovaries on ultrasound and about 7% exhibiting additional clinical or biochemical features. The disorder was characterized by increased androgen production by the ovaries. The review aimed to clarify the complex nature of PCOS by using ovarian biology as a framework to enhance understanding, teaching, and management strategies for the condition.
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