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    Glossary Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

    hormonal disorder causing irregular periods, excess androgens, and ovarian cysts

    Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age, characterized by irregular menstrual periods, excess androgen levels, and polycystic ovaries. It can lead to symptoms such as weight gain, acne, and hair thinning or loss (alopecia), and is associated with an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

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    1. Polycystic ovarian syndrome: Correlation between hyperandrogenism, insulin resistance and obesity Clinica Chimica Acta · 2019 · 195 citations
    2. Fundamental Concepts and Novel Aspects of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Expert Consensus Resolutions Frontiers in Endocrinology · 2020 · 138 citations
    3. Spearmint herbal tea has significant anti‐androgen effects in polycystic ovarian syndrome. a randomized controlled trial 2009 · 90 citations
    4. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Medical Clinics of North America · 2014 · 89 citations
    5. Anxiety, Depression, and Quality of Life in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine · 2018 · 60 citations
    6. Clinician vs Self-ratings of Hirsutism in Patients With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome JAMA dermatology · 2016 · 52 citations
    7. A Comparison of the Hormonal Profile of Early Androgenetic Alopecia in Men With the Phenotypic Equivalent of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Women JAMA Dermatology · 2016 · 47 citations
    8. Diagnostic Criteria for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Endocrine journal · 2006 · 45 citations
    9. Comparison of clinical and laboratory characteristics of cases with polycystic ovarian syndrome based on Rotterdam’s criteria and women whose only clinical signs are oligo/anovulation or hirsutism Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics · 2006 · 38 citations
    10. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Long-Term Health Consequences Seminars in Reproductive Medicine · 2017 · 34 citations
    11. Three-dimensional assessment of ultrasound features in women with clomiphene citrate-resistant polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS): ovarian stromal volume does not correlate with biochemical indices Human Reproduction · 2002 · 29 citations
    12. Polycystic ovarian syndrome Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology · 2013 · 27 citations
    13. Tumor Necrosis Factor-Alpha and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Clinical, Biochemical, and Molecular Genetic Study Genetic Testing and Molecular Biomarkers · 2014 · 26 citations
    14. A rational approach to the diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome during adolescence Arquivos Brasileiros De Endocrinologia E Metabologia · 2011 · 26 citations
    15. A use-and-transformation model for evaluating public R&D: Illustrations from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) research Evaluation and Program Planning · 2006 · 23 citations
    16. Polycystic ovarian syndrome: Prevalence and impact on the wellbeing of Australian women aged 16-29 years Australian & New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology · 2017 · 22 citations
    17. Ovarian surgery for symptom relief in women with polycystic ovary syndrome Cochrane library · 2017 · 21 citations
    18. Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning Algorithms in Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome International journal of computer applications · 2020 · 20 citations
    19. Prevalence of cervical insufficiency in polycystic ovarian syndrome Human Reproduction · 2012 · 20 citations
    20. Ovarian morphology and prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome in reproductive aged women with or without mild acne International Journal of Dermatology · 2010 · 20 citations
    21. Endocrine and Reproductive Effects of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America · 2014 · 18 citations
    22. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Adolescents Cureus · 2023 · 16 citations
    23. Age-related differences in the reproductive and metabolic implications of polycystic ovarian syndrome: findings in an obese, United States population Gynecological Endocrinology · 2012 · 16 citations
    24. Clinical-exome sequencing unveils the genetic landscape of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) focusing on lean and obese phenotypes: implications for cost-effective diagnosis and personalized treatment Scientific Reports · 2024 · 13 citations
    25. Interventional studies for polycystic ovarian syndrome in children and adolescents Pediatric Health · 2010 · 12 citations
    26. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Is It Time to Rename PCOS to HA-PODS? The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India · 2016 · 10 citations
    27. Hospital-based prevalence of polycystic ovarian syndrome among Omani women Middle East Fertility Society Journal · 2013 · 9 citations
    28. Serum Zinc Levels in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome are Lower as Compared to Those without Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Cohort Study Journal of Human Reproductive Sciences · 2024 · 8 citations
    29. Efficacy of two commonly used potentized homeopathic drugs, Calcarea carbonica and Lycopodium clavatum, used for treating polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) patients: II. Modulating effects on certain associated hormonal levels TANG [HUMANITAS MEDICINE] · 2016 · 8 citations
    30. Polycystic ovarian syndrome and associated hirsutism in the adolescent Adolescent and pediatric gynecology · 1992 · 7 citations