14 Questions
What is the key diagnostic criterion for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?
High levels of insulin in the blood
Why is the presence of polycystic ovaries not necessary for diagnosing PCOS?
Polycystic ovaries are a common finding in normal women as well.
What leads to increased androgen secretion from the ovaries in women with PCOS?
High insulin levels affecting sex hormone binding globulin
How does insulin resistance contribute to hirsutism and ovulatory dysfunction in PCOS?
By being linked to weight gain and hormonal imbalances
Which factor plays a crucial role in the pathogenesis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Abnormal regulation of GnRH
Why is it important to rule out other disorders with similar symptoms before diagnosing PCOS?
To avoid misdiagnosing other endocrine disorders
Which diagnostic criteria for PCOS include the presence of at least two symptoms?
The Rotterdam criteria
Why is the diagnosis of PCOS considered subjective?
Because of the lack of knowledge about its etiology
What did the 2006 KIDSCORE project develop criteria for?
Diagnosis exclusive to adolescents with PCOS
Which diagnostic feature is essential for confirming a PCOS diagnosis?
Polycystic ovaries on ultrasound
What is considered a defining feature of PCOS?
High levels of androgens and chronic anovulation
Why might the prevalence of PCOS be underestimated?
If the diagnostic criteria are not expanded or updated
Which criteria have been reaffirmed as the best diagnostic criteria for PCOS in adults?
The Rotterdam criteria
What is necessary to exclude other causes of menstrual irregularities when diagnosing PCOS?
Baseline investigations and specific tests
Learn about the key characteristics of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), an endocrine disorder affecting reproductive-aged women. Understand the diagnostic criteria, the importance of ruling out similar disorders, and the prevalence of polycystic ovaries in women with and without PCOS.
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