Polycystic Ovary Syndrome A Guide To Clinical Management

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common reproductive health problems of women. However, its effective treatment remains a significant challenge to the medical profession. Its manifestations are variable, and range from acne, hirsutism and obesity, through to pelvic pain, menstrual disorders, infertility and early menopause. Long-term hormonal imbalances are known to lead to endometrial hyperplasia and carcinoma, cardiovascular and lipoprotein abnormalities, osteoporosis, obesity insulin resistance and glucose intolerance, and psychosocial problems. The causes are also apparently multi-factorial. Here the authors present an overview of our current knowledge of the syndrome, its etiology, and pathology, and the implications for effective medical management. In particular, and in contrast with existing titles, this book focuses on the difficulty in making an accurate diagnosis and the consequential problem of identifying the most effective programme of management. Among the most important consequences of PCOS is infertility, and the authors provide clear guidance on the role of new assisted reproductive technologies to overcome this problem. Given the significant new developments in this areas, this up-to-date account will appeal to all doctors with an interest in gynecology and womens' health, and to specialists in reproductive endocrinology, gynecologists, IVF specialists, and obstetricians.Balen, Adam is the author of 'Polycystic Ovary Syndrome A Guide To Clinical Management', published 2005 under ISBN 9781842142110 and ISBN 1842142119.