Choice of Treatment for Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

June 2006 in “ Fertility and Sterility ”

Roger A. Lobo

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Studysummary This article discusses the diverse symptoms and treatment options for polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing diligent management of its metabolic component, but reports no new findings.

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This article discusses the diverse symptoms and treatment options for polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing diligent management of its metabolic component, but reports no new findings.