The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Current Concepts on Pathogenesis and Clinical Car

The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Current Concepts on Pathogenesis and Clinical Care (Endocrine Updates)

Publisher:Springer

Number Of Pages:134

Publication Date:2007-06-26

Sales Rank:2689270

ISBN / ASIN:0387692460

EAN:9780387692463

Binding:Hardcover

Manufacturer:Springer

Studio:Springer

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a classic female infertility problem affecting an estimated 6-10% of all women and many of whom are unaware of the problem. PCOS is the single most common endrocrinologic abnormality that affects women. It is a disease that affects women from adolescence to menopause. Patients with PCOS are seen by a variety of specialists, including: reproductive, medical and pediatric endocrinologists; general internists, and dermatologists.

This book is an edited collection from diagnosis and epidemiology of PCOS to clinical evaluation. There are additional factors that complicate this disease, such as insulin levels and obesity. Women with PCOS are known to be at a high risk for type 2 diabetes.

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