%0 Journal Article
%T Polycystic ovary syndrome ¨C an overview
%J Jaffna Medical Journal
%D 2018
%R 10.4038/jmj.v30i1.7
%X Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition that has a number of reproductive and general health implications in adults. It is also currently considered the commonest endocrine condition to affect women with an estimated prevalence of 10¨C15%. Anyhow this prevalence rate depends on the population studied and the diagnostic criteria used. There is significant heterogeneity of presentation, such that signs and symptoms manifest across a spectrum and their severity may vary. PCOS appears to be underdiagnosed and, as a result, patients may not be managed appropriately. Management of PCOS may require the collaboration of a variety of healthcare professionals
%K Polycystic ovary syndrome
%U https://jmj.sljol.info/articles/10.4038/jmj.v30i1.7/