Diagnosis, phenotype, and prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome

Fertil Steril. 2006 Jul:86 Suppl 1:S7-8. doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2006.03.012.

Abstract

New diagnostic criteria for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) suggested three main phenotypes: classic (hyperandrogenism and anovulation), ovulatory, and normoandrogenic. However, it is unclear whether the normoandrogenic phenotype actually represents PCOS. Overall, 6% to 8% of reproductive-aged women suffer from PCOS, making this disorder one of the most common endocrine abnormalities.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Anovulation / etiology
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Hirsutism / etiology
  • Humans
  • Hyperandrogenism / etiology
  • Phenotype
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / complications
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / diagnosis*
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / epidemiology
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / genetics
  • Prevalence