May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This study found that while 11-oxyandrogens do not aid in diagnosing PCOS, they correlate with hirsutism severity, and 11-ketotestosterone levels decrease with combined oral contraceptive therapy.
August 2013 in “Gastroenterology” This case report highlights a 60-year-old patient's diagnosis with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome, characterized by gastrointestinal polyps, diarrhea, weight loss, brittle nails, alopecia, and skin changes, which showed improvement with treatment.
February 2025 in “Indus journal of bioscience research.” In this descriptive cross-sectional study, researchers observed that cutaneous manifestations such as hirsutism, acne, and androgenic alopecia are common in women with PCOS, with obesity significantly worsening hirsutism, highlighting the importance of early dermatological assessment for PCOS diagnosis and management.
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December 2007 in “International Journal of Cardiology” This study found that patients with polycystic ovary syndrome have reduced heart rate recovery, an exaggerated systolic blood pressure response to exercise, and decreased heart rate variability, implying possible autonomic dysfunction.
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February 2012 Among obese women potentially eligible for combined oral contraceptives, this study observed a higher frequency of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in those with polycystic ovary syndrome.
This chapter reveals how nano-antioxidants and immune-modulatory agents could offer innovative treatment strategies for PCOS by addressing the inflammation and immune system dysregulation often overlooked in traditional hormonal treatments.
January 2006 in “Fertility and Sterility” This book provides a comprehensive guide to managing polycystic ovary syndrome, detailing its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and long-term health implications without presenting new clinical results.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Recognizing IPPP is crucial to prevent misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments.
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January 2022 in “Saudi journal of medicine” This systematic review found that PCOS is a leading cause of anovulatory infertility, accounting for 70% of such cases, and emphasized the importance of using ultrasound for diagnosis.
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July 2020 in “BMC Medicine” This review discusses how overlapping risk factors in women with polycystic ovary syndrome may heighten their risk for severe COVID-19, advocating for integrated care approaches but provides no new clinical results.
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January 2018 Lifestyle changes and medical treatments can help manage infertility in women with PCOS.
February 2026 in “Indian Journal of Community Health” Among female doctors in Dakshina Kannada, India, this study found a 21.25% prevalence of PCOS, significantly associated with marital status but not working hours, indicating a need to prioritize PCOS awareness and management among healthcare professionals.
March 2025 in “Annals of Medicine and Surgery” This review discusses the pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and psychosocial impact of skin manifestations in PCOS and emphasizes the need for holistic, personalized care without reporting new results.
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January 2006 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study reported that classic anovulatory PCOS was the most common androgen excess disorder, followed by mild ovulatory PCOS and idiopathic hyperandrogenism, among patients evaluated for clinical hyperandrogenism.
This study found a higher prevalence of PCOS among young women, with significant associations to factors like diabetes, non-vegetarian diet, and family history.
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July 2008 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” This study found that participation in a training workshop can significantly improve the reliability of evaluating ultrasonographic features of polycystic ovaries, suggesting standardized training modules should be used for consistent diagnosis of PCOS.
This review discusses polycystic ovary syndrome, highlighting its associations with hyperandrogenism, chronic anovulation, polycystic ovaries, and increased risks of infertility and metabolic disorders, and reports no new clinical results.
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February 2025 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” This study found that obesity and a negative body image negatively impact health-related quality of life and mental health in women with PCOS, indicating the need for healthcare professionals to address these issues with effective treatments.
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March 2014 in “Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care” This review discusses a strategy using ovarian biology to better understand and manage polycystic ovary syndrome but reports no new research findings.
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May 1997 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” This study suggests that polyamines regulate CK2 enzyme activity and its subcellular distribution, as demonstrated in mouse models and cell cultures with elevated levels of ornithine decarboxylase.
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January 2014 in “Clinical Endocrinology” This study found no significant differences in metabolic characteristics between different phenotypes of PCOS or between women with PCOS and healthy controls among reproductive-aged Iranian women.
November 2023 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” This review discusses the hypotheses surrounding the developmental origins of polycystic ovary syndrome, particularly the role of prenatal androgen exposure, and reports no new experimental results.
April 2019 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” This study identified three new genetic loci associated with PCOS and found a similar genetic structure across different diagnostic criteria, suggesting a genetic basis for shared metabolic traits and potential causal links to other conditions.
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January 2006 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported a poorer health-related quality of life compared to women in the general population and patients with other medical conditions.
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January 2021 in “Clinical Endocrinology” This review discusses the impact of weight gain and obesity on the development of polycystic ovary syndrome and explores lifestyle strategies to manage the condition, without reporting new clinical results.
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March 2006 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This review discusses the hypothesis that polycystic ovary syndrome may originate in fetal life due to prenatal androgen exposure, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2025 in “International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation” This review examines the factors contributing to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in India, discussing genetic, lifestyle, and environmental influences, but provides no new clinical results.
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March 2009 in “Dermato-endocrinology” This review discusses the evaluation, clinical presentation, and cutaneous manifestations of congenital adrenal hyperplasia, focusing on differential diagnosis challenges with polycystic ovary syndrome, and reports no new clinical findings.
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June 2019 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics” This study found that among women with PCOS in Haryana, a larger proportion lived in urban areas, suggesting lifestyle and dietary factors may influence prevalence.
January 2024 in “Endocrine and metabolic science” This review explores the applicability of the current PCOS diagnostic criteria, highlighting the need to reassess these criteria in light of new evidence on the disorder's heterogeneity and potential subtypes.