Caring for women with polycystic ovary syndrome

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting reproductive-age women. PCOS causes hyperandrogenism and anovulation and increases the risk of multiple health conditions including infertility, diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular disease. This article outlines current reco...

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Published inThe Nurse practitioner Vol. 42; no. 2; p. 39
Main Authors Pereira, Katherine, Kreider, Kathryn Evans
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 12.02.2017
Subjects
Adult
Cross-Sectional Studies
Female
Guidelines as Topic
Humans
Middle Aged
Nursing Care - standards
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - diagnosis
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - drug therapy
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - nursing
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - physiopathology
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United States
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Summary:Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting reproductive-age women. PCOS causes hyperandrogenism and anovulation and increases the risk of multiple health conditions including infertility, diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular disease. This article outlines current recommendations for diagnostic testing, treatment options, and holistic care of the woman with PCOS.
ISSN:1538-8662
DOI:10.1097/01.NPR.0000480586.24537.64