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Review article
Reproductive endocrinology of adolescent polycystic ovary syndrome
Article first published online: 10 DEC 2009
DOI: 10.1111/j.1471-0528.2009.02421.x
© 2009 The Authors Journal compilation © RCOG 2009 BJOG An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Issue
BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Special Issue: The gynaecological and reproductive health problems of puberty and adolescence
Volume 117, Issue 2, pages 150–155, January 2010
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How to Cite
Shayya, R. and Chang, R. (2010), Reproductive endocrinology of adolescent polycystic ovary syndrome. BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 117: 150–155. doi: 10.1111/j.1471-0528.2009.02421.x
Publication History
- Issue published online: 10 DEC 2009
- Article first published online: 10 DEC 2009
- Accepted 22 September 2009.
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Keywords:
- Adolescents;
- gonadotrophin secretion;
- hyperandrogenemia;
- irregular menses;
- polycystic ovaries;
- polycystic ovary syndrome
Please cite this paper as: Shayya R, Chang R. Reproductive endocrinology of adolescent polycystic ovary syndrome. BJOG 2010;117:150–155.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinopathy among reproductive-aged women, and it typically presents during adolescence. The objective of this review is to describe the clinical manifestations of PCOS in adolescent girls and the underlying basis for the altered reproductive physiology. Recognising adolescents at risk for PCOS and taking the appropriate steps to reduce circulating androgen levels is critical in reducing the clinical symptomatology of this disorder, and the development of adulthood infertility, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome in patients with PCOS.