Pathophysiology and Complications of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Stepwise Visual Infographic

May 2026 in “ Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) ”

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome PCOS insulin resistance hyperinsulinemia type 2 diabetes dyslipidemia cardiovascular disease GnRH pulsatility LH:FSH ratio hormonal imbalances hyperandrogenism hirsutism acne androgenic alopecia follicular maturation anovulation irregular menstrual cycles infertility endometrial hyperplasia endometrial cancer Rotterdam diagnostic criteria hair loss male pattern baldness female pattern baldness baldness high insulin levels high blood sugar heart disease hormone imbalance excess male hormones excess hair growth skin issues irregular periods difficulty getting pregnant thickened uterine lining uterine cancer

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Studysummary This infographic reviews the pathophysiology and complications of PCOS, illustrating how genetic and environmental factors contribute to its development, and highlights associated metabolic and neuroendocrine effects.

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