Short Review on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

December 2017 in “ Journal of Medicine ”

Rabia Farooq

polycystic ovarian syndrome PCOS endocrine disorder irregular menstrual cycles excessive hair growth acne obesity infertility

Studysummary This article discusses polycystic ovarian syndrome and highlights the importance of early diagnosis and management to reduce long-term complications, but reports no new research findings.

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research Prevalence and Predictors of Metabolic Syndrome in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Study from Southern India

6 citations , January 2015 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology”

In this study, metabolic syndrome was common among women with polycystic ovarian syndrome, with a significant association with higher BMI and prevalent dyslipidemia.

research Urban Rural Comparisons of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Burden Among Adolescent Girls in a Hospital Setting in India

22 citations , January 2015 in “BioMed Research International”

This study reports that the burden of PCOS was higher among urban Indian adolescent females compared to their rural counterparts.

research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Prevalence and Its Correlates Among Adolescent Girls

3 citations , January 2013 in “Annals of Tropical Medicine and Public Health”

In this study, adolescent females who were born via cesarean delivery, had at least one erupted wisdom tooth, or had central obesity were more likely to develop polycystic ovarian syndrome.

research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Etiology, Pathogenesis, and Diagnosis

991 citations , January 2011 in “Nature Reviews Endocrinology”

This paper reviews the diagnostic criteria, associated morbidities, and possible evolutionary advantages of polycystic ovary syndrome, but does not report any new findings.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Complex Condition with Psychological, Reproductive, and Metabolic Manifestations That Impacts Health Across the Lifespan

research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Complex Condition with Psychological, Reproductive, and Metabolic Manifestations That Impacts Health Across the Lifespan

926 citations , June 2010 in “BMC Medicine”

This review emphasizes the need for comprehensive guidelines to address the cardiometabolic and psychological features of polycystic ovary syndrome, alongside its reproductive aspects, and reports no new results.

research Androgen Excess in Women: Experience with Over 1000 Consecutive Patients

947 citations , February 2004 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

In this study, polycystic ovary syndrome was the most prevalent cause of androgen excess, and suppressive hormonal therapy improved hirsutism, menstrual dysfunction, and acne in most patients, though side effects were common.

research Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Unselected Black and White Women of the Southeastern United States: A Prospective Study

378 citations , September 1998 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

This study found that the prevalence of PCOS in a population of unselected U.S. women was 4.0%, with no significant racial differences between White and Black women.