Ovarian and Adrenal Venous Catheterization for Hyperandrogenism

The document discusses the prevalence and causes of female hyperandrogenism, noting that while the majority of cases are due to polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), androgen-producing neoplasms, though rare, can be surgically treated. It highlights the potential use of ovarian and adrenal vein sampling in cases where a neoplasm is suspected but imaging is inconclusive. The document presents three cases, with the first case involving a 24-year-old woman experiencing symptoms of hyperandrogenism, including increased body hair, hair loss, and acne, with elevated levels of plasma total testosterone and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). The summary does not provide the outcomes of the cases or the effectiveness of the venous catheterization technique.