7 citations
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January 1992 in “Adolescent and pediatric gynecology” This review discusses the unique challenges of diagnosing and managing polycystic ovarian syndrome in adolescents and reports no new clinical findings.
7 citations
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September 2014 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research” This study found that the ovarian stromal area to total ovarian area ratio alone is not a strong predictor of biochemical hyperandrogenism in Thai women with PCOS, but combining it with clinical hyperandrogenism improves prediction.
6 citations
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December 2024 in “BMC Women s Health” This study found that a lifestyle promotion program led to significant weight loss, waist reduction, and improved menstrual regularity and acne symptoms in adolescents with PCOS, while also promoting similar benefits in non-PCOS adolescents.
6 citations
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January 2023 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This review discusses the use of yoga and herbal remedies for managing PCOS, reporting improved symptoms, hormonal balance, and quality of life, but presents no new clinical results.
6 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal of Nursing Science Benha University/Journal of Nursing Science Benha University ” This study found that more than half of late adolescent girls at Benha University's nursing institute had unsatisfactory knowledge and negative attitudes towards polycystic ovarian syndrome.
6 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Medicine” This article discusses polycystic ovarian syndrome and highlights the importance of early diagnosis and management to reduce long-term complications, but reports no new research findings.
6 citations
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July 2016 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study found that women with PCOS have higher total PSA levels than controls, and the total PSA level correlates positively with testosterone and free androgen index.
6 citations
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January 2015 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” In this study, metabolic syndrome was common among women with polycystic ovarian syndrome, with a significant association with higher BMI and prevalent dyslipidemia.
6 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research” This study found that anti-mullerian hormone levels are significantly elevated in infertile women with polycystic ovarian syndrome compared to those with regular cycles, suggesting it as a potential marker for diagnosing PCOS-related infertility.
6 citations
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January 2012 in “Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology” This study found that women with epilepsy on carbamazepine and sodium valproate monotherapy experienced more significant weight gain but showed no difference in PCOS incidence compared to phenytoin users; elevated TSH levels were more common among those on sodium valproate.
5 citations
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June 2024 in “Cureus” This scoping review suggests there is a relationship between polycystic ovarian syndrome and vaginal microbiome dysbiosis, potentially linked to decreased Lactobacillus and increased pathogenic species.
5 citations
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October 2021 in “Meditsinskiy sovet = Medical Council” This review discusses diagnostic criteria, phenotypes, and therapies for polycystic ovarian syndrome, emphasizing an individualized treatment approach based on the multifactorial nature of the disease; it reports no clinical results.
5 citations
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September 2021 in “Cureus” This paper explores the mechanisms causing depression in women with PCOS and suggests that lifestyle modifications, such as dietary changes and weight loss, as well as cognitive behavioral therapy and antidepressants, can help manage PCOS-induced depression.
5 citations
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April 2014 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research” This study found that young women with PCOS had normal thyroid function but showed alterations in lipid metabolism, which may predispose unmarried women in this group to cardiovascular diseases.
5 citations
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January 2006 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology” Metformin can cause hair loss in some women with PCOS.
4 citations
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October 2024 in “Cureus” This review discusses the association between polycystic ovarian syndrome and hypertension, highlighting evidence of metabolic factors influencing this potential link and stressing the need for further research in this area.
4 citations
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June 2024 in “BMC Women s Health” This study found that infertile female patients with comorbid PCOS experience increased sexual distress linked to impaired sexual function and heightened sexual pain, indicating a need for further research into related physiological and psychological aspects.
4 citations
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May 2022 in “BMC Women's Health” This study found that elevated serum AMH levels can be a strong predictor for diagnosing PCOS among women of reproductive age, when used alongside the other Rotterdam criteria.
4 citations
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July 2019 in “Children (Basel)” This review discusses recent findings on pathogenic mechanisms, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options for PCOS but reports no new clinical results.
4 citations
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June 2019 in “Revista brasileira de ginecologia e obstetrícia” This article discusses the prevalence of hirsutism in women and highlights that many cases exhibit normal androgen levels, suggesting a need for broader diagnostic approaches.
4 citations
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September 2018 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah” This study reported that 12% of female Qassim University students had been diagnosed with PCOS, with misconceptions about the condition and treatments observed despite high awareness.
4 citations
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January 2016 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” This study found that the FSHR Ser680Asn (rs6166) gene polymorphism is associated with an increased risk of PCOS in the examined population and could serve as a molecular biomarker for identifying risk.
3 citations
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August 2024 in “Middle East Fertility Society Journal” This study analyzed 19 articles and found that vitamin D significantly improved the hormonal profile in women with PCOS, with greater effects observed after 8-week interventions compared to 12-week ones.
3 citations
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review summarizes current knowledge on the role of heat shock proteins in the pathogenesis of PCOS and their potential implications in developing new treatment strategies, but it reports no new experimental results.
3 citations
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March 2021 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” This study observed a higher prevalence of PCOS among adolescent girls with pilonidal disease and suggested that treating PCOS may reduce the need for PD intervention.
3 citations
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August 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This report shares the authors' experience using spironolactone for treating acne in a PCOS clinic, but provides no new clinical results.
3 citations
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May 2019 in “Ginekologia Polska” This study found that adolescents with abnormal uterine bleeding are more likely to have secondary amenorrhea, PCOS, and higher rates of insulin resistance compared to healthy peers.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “Cureus” This review discusses confluent and reticulated papillomatosis in polycystic ovarian syndrome patients, noting successful treatment with azithromycin in one case, and suggests potential association with acanthosis nigricans; it reports no new results.
3 citations
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February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” This chapter discusses the current developments in Traditional Chinese Medicine for treating PCOS but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for further research in this area.
3 citations
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January 2013 in “Annals of Tropical Medicine and Public Health” In this study, adolescent females who were born via cesarean delivery, had at least one erupted wisdom tooth, or had central obesity were more likely to develop polycystic ovarian syndrome.