Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Name: Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Brand: IntechOpen
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By Zhengchao Wang

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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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Number of Pages:: 240
Release Date:: 2025-11-19
Publication Date:: 2025-11-19
Publisher:: IntechOpen
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 1836353340
ISBN13:: 9781836353348
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]
Weight:: 709 g
Height:: 18.3 cm
Width:: 26 cm
Thickness:: 2.1 cm

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