Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common yet complex endocrine disorders affecting women of reproductive age, impacting not only fertility, but also metabolism, hormonal balance, and long-term health. Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Opti...
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| description | Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common yet complex endocrine disorders affecting women of reproductive age, impacting not only fertility, but also metabolism, hormonal balance, and long-term health. Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options offers a clear, evidence-based, and multidimensional exploration of this condition. This comprehensive volume brings together the latest scientific discoveries and clinical insights to help readers understand the biological, diagnostic, and therapeutic aspects of PCOS. Section 1 introduces PCOS from a holistic perspective, outlining its pathophysiology and systemic impact. Section 2 delves into the diverse manifestations of PCOS, from ovulatory dysfunction and menstrual irregularities to metabolic disturbances, insulin resistance, and urological complications that are often overlooked in clinical practice. Section 3 explores state-of-the-art diagnostic approaches, including advances in artificial intelligence, genetic risk profiling, imaging technologies, and biochemical evaluation. Section 4 highlights both conventional and emerging treatment strategies, spanning lifestyle interventions, pharmacologic therapies, bariatric surgery, and novel agents such as myoinositol and lycopene. Whether you are a clinician, researcher, medical student, or a woman seeking to better understand her health, this book provides the essential knowledge needed to navigate PCOS with confidence. It bridges the gap between scientific research and patient-centered care, empowering readers to recognize, diagnose, and manage PCOS more effectively in the modern era of personalized medicine. |
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| spelling | doab-20.500.12854ir-1719582026-02-12T17:37:19Z Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Wang, Zhengchao Medical / Pediatrics Medical / Pediatric Emergencies thema EDItEUR::M Medicine and Nursing::MK Medical specialties, branches of medicine::MKD Paediatric medicine Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common yet complex endocrine disorders affecting women of reproductive age, impacting not only fertility, but also metabolism, hormonal balance, and long-term health. Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options offers a clear, evidence-based, and multidimensional exploration of this condition. This comprehensive volume brings together the latest scientific discoveries and clinical insights to help readers understand the biological, diagnostic, and therapeutic aspects of PCOS. Section 1 introduces PCOS from a holistic perspective, outlining its pathophysiology and systemic impact. Section 2 delves into the diverse manifestations of PCOS, from ovulatory dysfunction and menstrual irregularities to metabolic disturbances, insulin resistance, and urological complications that are often overlooked in clinical practice. Section 3 explores state-of-the-art diagnostic approaches, including advances in artificial intelligence, genetic risk profiling, imaging technologies, and biochemical evaluation. Section 4 highlights both conventional and emerging treatment strategies, spanning lifestyle interventions, pharmacologic therapies, bariatric surgery, and novel agents such as myoinositol and lycopene. Whether you are a clinician, researcher, medical student, or a woman seeking to better understand her health, this book provides the essential knowledge needed to navigate PCOS with confidence. It bridges the gap between scientific research and patient-centered care, empowering readers to recognize, diagnose, and manage PCOS more effectively in the modern era of personalized medicine. 2026-02-12T17:37:14Z 2026-02-12T17:37:14Z 2025 book 3049-706X 9781836353331 9781836353348 9781836353355 https://directory.doabooks.org/handle/20.500.12854/171958 eng Obstetrics and Gynecology image/jpeg n/a https://www.intechopen.com/books/1004700 https://intech-files.s3.amazonaws.com/a04Tc00000BcWBFIA3/0016604_Authors_Book%20%282025-11-30%2013%3A29%3A35%29.pdf IntechOpen IntechOpen 10.5772/intechopen.1008052 10.5772/intechopen.1008052 78a36484-2c0c-47cb-ad67-2b9f5cd4a8f6 9781836353331 9781836353348 9781836353355 IntechOpen 11 240 open access |
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| title | Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
| title_full | Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
| title_fullStr | Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
| title_full_unstemmed | Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
| title_short | Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
| title_sort | understanding polycystic ovary syndrome |
| topic | Medical / Pediatrics Medical / Pediatric Emergencies thema EDItEUR::M Medicine and Nursing::MK Medical specialties, branches of medicine::MKD Paediatric medicine |
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