13 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of Microencapsulation” This study focused on designing a niosome formulation that encapsulates pumpkin seed oil for topical use, achieving high entrapment efficiency and stability over three months.
April 2024 in “Indian Scientific Journal Of Research In Engineering And Management” This review discusses the prevalence and contributory factors of polycystic ovarian syndrome and reports no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize the importance of early detection through screening.
January 2025 in “Directory of Open access Books (OAPEN Foundation)” This book reviews the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, providing a comprehensive exploration but reports no new clinical results.
August 2022 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” This article discusses the prevalence and impact of polycystic ovary syndrome on reproductive-aged women and reports no new clinical findings.
16 citations
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February 2014 in “Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal” This qualitative study revealed that women with PCOS often see themselves as less feminine, affected by symptoms like excess hair and irregular menstruation, which challenged their gender roles.
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.
15 citations
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October 2015 in “PLOS ONE” This study developed the Chi-PCOSQ, a culturally adapted Chinese assessment tool for measuring health-related quality of life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, showing promising reliability and validity.
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.
1 citations
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June 2023 in “ScienceRise Pharmaceutical Science” This study explored a computer simulation method for selecting emulsion compositions in dermatology, finding that the PS biocomplex can be effectively used as an emulsifier or co-emulsifier, which streamlines the development process and reduces experimental demands.
This article discusses the issues with the name "polycystic ovary syndrome" and proposes a new naming system to better reflect the condition's complex hormonal and metabolic abnormalities.
4 citations
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April 2024 in “Women s Health Reports” This study identified a moderately high prevalence of PCOS and significant associations with factors like hyperprolactinemia and menstrual irregularities in the sample, emphasizing the importance of awareness and early diagnosis to potentially reduce PCOS burden.
4 citations
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February 2011 in “Annals of internal medicine” This article discusses polycystic ovary syndrome, outlining its prevalence, diagnostic criteria, and the progress made in understanding this underdiagnosed condition, but reports no new clinical findings.
This study found that Complementary and Alternative Medicine practitioners manage PCOS by addressing hormonal imbalances, improving fertility, and enhancing quality of life, incorporating emotional and lifestyle support alongside specific therapies.
4 citations
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July 2022 in “Medicina-lithuania” This study found that women with PCOS in Poland had higher anxiety and depression levels and lower ego-resiliency compared to healthy women, often using passive stress-coping strategies.
2 citations
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November 2019 in “Journal für Klinische Endokrinologie und Stoffwechsel” This review discusses the complex and variable presentation of polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing the need for consistent diagnostic criteria and individualized treatment strategies but reports no new clinical results.
March 2026 in “Endocrine Metabolic & Immune Disorders - Drug Targets” This study found that in women with PCOS, a combination of finasteride and spironolactone significantly improved all health-related quality of life scales and reduced hyperandrogenism within four months, supporting its role alongside lifestyle measures.
April 2026 in “Sri Lanka Journal of Medicine” This study found that female university students in Peradeniya, Sri Lanka have a low awareness of PCOS, with better knowledge scores among those trained by healthcare professionals and those in medical fields.
7 citations
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February 2023 in “Obesity” This study found that women with PCOS were more likely than women without PCOS to have multiple weight-loss attempts and perceive themselves as overweight, regardless of their actual obesity status.
7 citations
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April 2019 in “Animal biotechnology” This study observed that POMP is strongly expressed in the root sheath hair follicles of Liaoning Cashmere goats and its expression can be regulated by certain factors, which may influence cashmere growth.
October 2025 in “Minerva Obstetrics and Gynecology” This review suggests that estroprogestins with anti-androgenic progestins, like cyproterone acetate and drospirenone, may effectively manage androgen excess in PCOS women, considering individual patient profiles.
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.
2 citations
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January 2016 in “Knowledge Commons (Lakehead University)” This study investigates the experiences of women with PCOS to increase understanding, reduce stigma, and enhance education about the syndrome for all women.
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.
14 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Bone and Mineral Metabolism” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome had a higher risk of fractures, including osteoporotic and specific types like spine and forearm fractures, compared to those without the condition.
143 citations
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June 1983 in “Archives of dermatology” This article reviews the development and theories of psychosomatic concepts in dermatology, outlining classifications of psychocutaneous disease and suggesting improvements in clinical practice, without reporting new research results.
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.
January 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review discusses the diagnosis and treatment strategies for polycystic ovary syndrome, particularly using the "MY PCOS" mnemonic, and reports no new experimental results.
9 citations
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November 2016 in “Journal of medical science and clinical research” In this study, the prevalence of clinical polycystic ovary syndrome among high school girls in Sambalpur, Odisha, was found to be 12%.
13 citations
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March 2019 in “Medicina Clínica (english Edition)” This paper reviews the complexities of diagnosing and managing polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing the importance of individualized treatment to address symptoms due to hyperandrogenism, ovarian dysfunction, and metabolic issues, but reports no new results.
3 citations
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September 2024 in “Journal of Pre-Clinical and Clinical Research” This study reviews the current understanding of psychiatric disorders in women with PCOS, finding links to the gut-brain axis, neurotransmitter and neuroendocrine dysfunction, and suggests the need for routine mental health screening in these patients.