June 2026 in “Biomolecules and Biomedicine” This study found that women with PCOS had higher levels of serum phoenixin isoforms, which correlated with reproductive and metabolic markers, suggesting these isoforms may have a potential diagnostic role.
January 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study identified distinct metabolic differences between PCOS patients and healthy controls, suggesting potential metabolic markers for PCOS prognosis and diagnosis.
71 citations
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November 2009 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” This article discusses the complexities of diagnosing and managing polycystic ovary syndrome in adolescents and highlights the lack of established diagnostic criteria and unclear clinical implications, without presenting new clinical findings.
This study found that using machine learning models, particularly Random Forest with 93% accuracy and 86% sensitivity, can effectively predict PCOS by analyzing features like antral follicle count, hair growth, and skin pigmentation, offering a promising alternative to traditional diagnostic methods.
11 citations
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April 2019 in “Bioscience Reports” In this study, single nucleotide polymorphisms in the RAB5B gene were linked to an increased risk of polycystic ovary syndrome and associated with specific microRNA binding sites.
April 2008 in “Progrès en Urologie” 1 citations
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July 2024 in “Quality in Sport” This review discusses the impact of lifestyle interventions on managing polycystic ovary syndrome and concludes that such modifications can significantly improve clinical outcomes and the health profile of patients, but reports no new results.
July 2023 in “Journal of ayurveda and integrated medical sciences” This case report details the treatment of a 28-year-old woman with PCOS symptoms, including irregular menstruation, weight gain, and hair loss, using Ayurvedic management after ultrasound showed a bilateral PCO pattern.
January 2022 in “Acta Scientific Women's Health” This autobiographical case study describes a 25-year-old woman with PCOS who successfully managed her symptoms using hormonal therapy, including oral contraceptives and Myo-Inositol, leading to normalized menstrual cycles and the resolution of most symptoms.
December 2025 in “International journal of research and scientific innovation” This study observed that Nigerian women with PCOS have significantly higher levels of myocardial biomarkers (MYO, cTnI, CK-MB), indicating potential chronic, subclinical myocardial injury in this population.
4 citations
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November 2023 in “Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica” In this guideline update, researchers emphasized refining diagnostic criteria for polycystic ovary syndrome using ultrasound or hormone levels, while highlighting a healthy lifestyle's importance without specific diet recommendations, and reviewed treatments with a focus on comorbidities and pregnancies from a Nordic standpoint.
September 2023 in “F&S reports” This review examines theories linking PCOS with psychiatric disorders, highlighting dietary interventions like probiotics and nutrients as possible improvements, but reports no new clinical findings and calls for more research.
111 citations
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November 2010 in “Human Reproduction” This study found that young indigenous South Asian women with polycystic ovary syndrome are more likely to be centrally obese and have metabolic syndrome, particularly with increasing age, higher BMI, and acanthosis nigricans.
8 citations
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April 2022 in “Revista Brasileira Ginecologia e Obstetrícia” This review explores contraceptive options for women with polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing the need for tailored choices based on individual clinical, hormonal, and metabolic profiles, but reports no new clinical findings.
December 2022 in “International journal of preventive, curative & community medicine” This article reviews current understanding and management strategies for polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing lifestyle changes alongside medical treatment, and reports no new clinical results.
August 2020 in “International research journal of pharmacy” This study found that lifestyle interventions, along with regular medication, improved the quality of life for women with PCOS.
This study identified seven novel CYP17A1 inhibitor scaffolds as potential leads for treating polycystic ovary syndrome through an in silico approach, demonstrating favorable interactions, drug-like properties, and predicted bioactivities warranting further experimental validation.
14 citations
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July 2016 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that increasing the follicle number criteria for diagnosing PCOS to 25 per ovary excluded some women who continue to show evidence of metabolic risk.
2 citations
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June 2021 in “RECERCAT (Consorci de Serveis Universitaris de Catalunya)” Clear definitions and strategies are needed to manage long-term COVID-19 symptoms effectively.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article reviews existing strategies for managing polycystic ovarian disease and highlights the role of lifestyle changes, natural remedies, and conventional treatments, reporting no new clinical results.
5 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review discusses the challenges in diagnosing PCOS in adolescents due to overlapping symptoms with normal puberty and reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for more research on treatment options.
2 citations
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December 2024 in “Iraqi Journal of Laser” This study used enhanced Raman spectroscopy to successfully detect ultra-low levels of free testosterone in women with PCOS, suggesting a potential low-cost method for early diagnosis.
43 citations
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July 2012 in “Molecular human reproduction” This study suggests that women with polycystic ovary syndrome may have a distinct metabolomic profile, differing in levels of amino acids, organic acids, and lipids compared to controls.
October 2019 in “Obsgyne Review Journal of Obstetric and Gynecology of Siddharth Health Research and Social Welfare Society” This study observed that PCOS presents frequently with cutaneous symptoms and affects both obese and non-obese women, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary care for effective management.
3 citations
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July 2015 in “International Journal of School Health” This study found that in a sample of female adolescents in Shiraz, the most common PCOS phenotype was hyperandrogenic with polycystic ovary syndrome, warranting further investigation due to associated risks.
April 2025 in “Middle East Fertility Society Journal” This study established reference values for nine fertility hormones important in diagnosing and monitoring PCOS in Pakistani and other subcontinent populations.
January 2026 in “Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports” This article outlines a diagnostic and treatment approach for polycystic ovarian syndrome in young women, emphasizing lifestyle modifications, hormonal treatments, and specialist referrals for managing symptoms and fertility concerns.
January 2015 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” This study found a 6.39% prevalence of PCOS among women at a medical institute in India, with high rates of infertility and menstrual irregularities suggesting the need for early diagnosis and management.
This review discusses the complexities of managing polycystic ovarian syndrome in females, examining its various phenotypes and treatment options, but it does not present new clinical findings.
28 citations
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January 2017 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” In this study, skin manifestations such as hirsutism and acne were prevalent among women with PCOS, highlighting their importance in diagnosis and symptomatology.