Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Current Concepts on Pathogenesis and Clinical Care

Inbunden, Engelska, 2007

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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.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2007-07-03
Mått155 x 235 x 14 mm
Vikt415 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
SerieEndocrine Updates
Antal sidor134
Upplaga2007
FörlagSpringer-Verlag New York Inc.
ISBN9780387692463

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Dr. Azziz is President and member of the Board of Directors of the Society of Reproductive Surgeons and a past member of the Board of Directors of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and The Society of Reproductive Endocrinologists. He is also a member of the Endocrine Society and The Society for Gynecologic Investigation, among others. He serves as Executive Director of the Androgen Excess Society, of which he is also a founding member.

Definition, Diagnosis, and Epidemiology of the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Clinical Evaluation of PCOS.- Genetics of PCOS.- Insulin Action in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: In Vivo and In Vitro.- Ovarian Steroidogenic Abnormalities in PCOS.- Role of Obesity and Adiposity in PCOS.- Strategies for Ovulation Induction in the Management of Anovulatory Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Long-Term Morbidity of PCOS.

From the reviews: "This comprehensive overview of the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) reviews the pathophysiology, provides updates of the most current genetic and steroidogenic advances, and offers clinical guidance in diagnosis and treatment. Because of its broad scope, it appeals to multiple disciplines. ... The book is written for a broad audience, particularly practitioners in endocrinology and gynecology. ... It is useful to clinicians who will be evaluating and treating patients with PCOS, particularly endocrinologists." (Janet Myra Noel, Doody's Review Service, April, 2008)