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November 27, 2023Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences

Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Maternal Outcomes of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in Reproductive-Age Women. A Cross-Sectional Study

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AAA AyubSISajida ImranAMAiman Mushtaq

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Overview

Cross-sectional study finds 36% prevalence of PCOS in reproductive-age women, highlighting significant risk factors and maternal outcomes.

Key Points

  • The prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome among reproductive-age women is 36%, indicating it is common.
  • Significant risk factors include obesity, family history of PCOS, and insulin resistance, all with strong associations.
  • Cross-sectional study design involved 100 women aged 18 to 45 years attending gynecology clinics for data collection.
  • This study highlights the need for early detection and management of PCOS to mitigate maternal health risks.

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Ayub et al. (2023) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af80717567bf4f94ff71cchttps://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs20231711250
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