Infertilty and pregnancy complications in PCOS
- Author:
Ina S. Irabon
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Infertilty
- MeSH:
Pregnancy Complications;
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- From:
Philippine Journal of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
2017;14(2):64-67
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), one of
the most common endocrine disorders occurring
during reproductive age, is characterized by
ovulatory dysfunction, biochemical or clinical
hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries.1
Its
prevalence ranges from 5% to 10% based on
population studies, and largely depends on the
diagnostic criteria used, and ethnicity of the
population being investigated. PCOS is currently
considered a syndrome with metabolic and reproductive consequences that could affect
women's health during different stages of
reproductive age. There is increasing body of
evidence suggesting a negative effect of PCOS on
fertility and pregnancy outcomes.
- Full text:PJREI 7.pdf
