20 citations
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November 2019 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study found that high exposure to air pollutants like SO2, NO, NO2, NOx, and PM2.5 was linked to a significantly increased risk of developing PCOS in women.
March 2023 in “Cellular Molecular and Biomedical Reports” The researchers reported that lifestyle changes and medications significantly impact managing PCOS, highlighting the high prevalence of cardiovascular comorbidities and the common risk factor of high BMI in these patients.
37 citations
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January 1986 in “Carcinogenesis” This study found that TPA treatment transiently induces high levels of ODC in mouse epidermal cells, particularly around hair follicles, with localization reduced by retinoic acid or cycloheximide pretreatment.
45 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of Affective Disorders” This study found that 12 weeks of melatonin supplementation improved mental health and metabolic parameters in women with polycystic ovary syndrome compared to a placebo.
2 citations
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September 2009 in “Nurse Prescribing” This article discusses the causes, manifestations, and treatments of polycystic ovary syndrome but reports no new clinical results.
69 citations
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November 2010 in “Middle East Fertility Society Journal” This review discusses the multifactorial origins and pathophysiology of PCOS and highlights the effectiveness of lifestyle modifications as a first-line intervention, reporting no new research results.
1947 citations
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September 1995 in “New England journal of medicine/The New England journal of medicine” This article discusses the heterogeneity of polycystic ovary syndrome, its association with insulin resistance, and its implications for long-term health, but reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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September 2022 in “Preprints.org” This study found that ethnic Indian women with PCOS are dissatisfied with the medical support and information they receive at diagnosis, impacting their quality of life, especially concerning weight and mental health.
This review discusses lifestyle interventions and dietary modifications for managing PCOS symptoms but reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and management to prevent associated health issues.
179 citations
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July 2005 in “Human Reproduction Update” This review discusses the genetic basis and familial patterns of polycystic ovary syndrome, noting a strong familial component but inconclusive genetic patterns; it reports no new empirical findings.
40 citations
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January 2010 in “Annales D Endocrinologie” This article discusses diagnostic guidelines for PCOS, emphasizing the use of the Rotterdam criteria and recommending clomiphene citrate as the first-line treatment for ovulation induction; it reports no new clinical results.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This article reviews the potential applications of Point of Care procedures in radiology, discussing their ability to enhance the speed of diagnosis and treatment but does not report new results.
October 2017 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” This case report details a 71-year-old man diagnosed with Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and endoscopic evaluation due to the disease's progressive nature and significant mortality risk.
January 2026 in “JCEM Case Reports” This case report presents a rare instance of recurrent ACTH-independent Cushing’s syndrome due to PBMAH, coinciding with the development of a pheochromocytoma, highlighting the need for thorough reevaluation in similar recurring cases.
October 2020 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” This study found that the prevalence of PCOS was 55.6% among young unmarried females experiencing menstrual irregularities or symptoms of hyperandrogenism, with lifestyle factors like sedentary habits potentially linked to the condition.
30 citations
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March 2015 in “Clinical Endocrinology” This study found that late adolescent and young women with clinical hyperandrogenism, including PCOS, experienced higher psychological distress and impaired well-being compared to their healthy peers.
212 citations
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May 2010 in “American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology” This article suggests using only firm criteria to diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome in adolescents, due to the evolving nature of its features during this period.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Endokrynologia Pediatryczna” This review concludes that polycystic ovary syndrome can significantly impact aspects of health-related quality of life in adolescent girls, especially body image and interpersonal functioning.
1265 citations
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October 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This guideline from the Endocrine Society recommends using the Rotterdam criteria for diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and outlines first-line treatments, emphasizing hormonal contraceptives and lifestyle intervention.
22 citations
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August 2015 in “Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews” The study aims to find the best treatment for central serous chorioretinopathy by comparing various options.
21 citations
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January 2003 in “Seminars in reproductive medicine” This review outlines the underlying pathophysiology and treatment options for the androgen excess and reproductive and metabolic manifestations of polycystic ovary syndrome, but reports no clinical results.
January 2014 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Women with acne after adolescence are more likely to have PCOS and should be checked for it.
October 2024 in “Medicine” In this case report, a 72-year-old female with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome showed significant improvement in symptoms and gastrointestinal polyps after hormone therapy and additional treatment.
November 2025 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This chapter reviews the complex relationship between PCOS and sexual dysfunction, highlighting its fundamental role as a biopsychosocial manifestation rather than a secondary complication, and calls for comprehensive, patient-centered care; it reports no new clinical results.
21 citations
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November 2018 in “Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology” This study found that women with PCOS exhibited higher levels of alexithymia and body uneasiness compared to healthy controls, affecting their psychological and social well-being.
May 2024 in “IP Journal of Nutrition Metabolism and Health Science” This study found that an educational program significantly improved knowledge about polycystic ovary syndrome and its prevention among adolescent girls at a selected college.
2 citations
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January 2014 in “Case Reports in Clinical Medicine” This case study presents an 81-year-old woman diagnosed with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome and discusses the importance of recognizing its clinical and histopathological features for timely and accurate diagnosis.
42 citations
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August 2022 in “Diagnostics” This review examines existing evidence on PCOS diagnostic criteria for adolescents and underscores the need for accurate definitions, while highlighting limited research, especially regarding adolescents at risk of PCOS.
1 citations
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March 2022 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that women with PCOS have a significant risk of mental health disorders, including depression and anxiety, but results varied due to methodological differences, and ethnic disparities were not well-examined.
8 citations
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September 2005 in “Practical diabetes” This article discusses management strategies for polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing the role of insulin resistance and the importance of addressing associated cardiovascular risk factors; it reports no new clinical results.