Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

    November 2019 in “ Journal für Klinische Endokrinologie und Stoffwechsel ”
    Barbara Obermayer‐Pietsch, Elisabeth Lerchbaum
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    TLDR PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes and hormonal therapy.
    The document discussed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a common hormonal disorder affecting 5-20% of women worldwide, with varying prevalence due to different diagnostic criteria. The Rotterdam Criteria were frequently used for diagnosis, requiring two of three clinical features: menstrual irregularities, hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries. PCOS was linked to genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors, with symptoms including hirsutism, obesity, and infertility. Diagnosis involved clinical evaluation and laboratory tests, while treatment focused on lifestyle changes, hormonal therapy, and addressing metabolic issues. Research into PCOS was expanding, exploring new therapeutic options like NK3-receptor antagonists and probiotics.
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