Hyperandrogenism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Adrenal Hyperplasia: Finding Differences to Make a Specific Diagnosis

    January 2025 in “ Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics ”
    Vittorio Unfer, Elisa Lepore, Gianpiero Forte … Lali Pkhaladze
    Studysummary In this review, the authors aim to improve the differential diagnosis between hyperandrogenic PCOS and NCAH, which could lead to more personalized treatment strategies for patients experiencing hyperandrogenism.
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