14 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a clinical feature of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)?
Elevated androgens
What is the prevalence range of PCOS among women of reproductive age?
15-20%
Which of the following is a metabolic feature commonly associated with PCOS?
Obesity
Approximately what percentage of women with oligomenorrhea have PCOS?
85-90%
What is the percentage of anovulatory women presenting to infertility clinics that have PCOS?
90-95%
What is the range of incidence for spontaneous abortion in women with PCOS?
42-73%
What percentage of women with PCOS are affected by insulin resistance?
50-70%
Which of the following is NOT a recommended pharmacological intervention for PCOS?
Finasteride
Which of the following is a first-line management strategy for PCOS?
Dietary modification
What is the most consistent improvement demonstrated by exercise intervention in women with PCOS?
Weight loss
How much aerobic activity per week is recommended for women with PCOS to achieve improved reproductive and cardiometabolic outcomes?
90 minutes
Which journal article provides a systematic review on exercise therapy in polycystic ovary syndrome?
L., Lombard, C. B., Moran, L. J., & Teede, H. J. (2011). Exercise therapy in polycystic ovary syndrome: A systematic review.
Which journal article focuses on the pathophysiology of polycystic ovary syndrome?
Tsilchorozidou, T., Overton, C., & Conway, G. S. (2004). The pathophysiology of polycystic ovary syndrome.
Which journal article provides information on the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of polycystic ovary syndrome?
Sirmans, S. M., & Pate, K. A. (2013). Epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of polycystic ovary syndrome.
Test your knowledge on the pharmaceutical interventions and fertility treatments used for PCOS. Explore topics such as long-term use of oral contraceptives, cardiometabolic considerations, aldosterone antagonists, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, and ovulation induction agents.
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