Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Overview

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What is the key diagnostic criterion for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?

  • Genetic mutations associated with PCOS
  • Increased LH secretion in the pituitary
  • High levels of insulin in the blood (correct)
  • Presence of polycystic ovaries on ultrasound

Why is the presence of polycystic ovaries not necessary for diagnosing PCOS?

  • The disorder can be confirmed through genetic testing instead.
  • The pituitary gland is more crucial in PCOS diagnosis.
  • Polycystic ovaries do not affect hormone levels in PCOS.
  • Polycystic ovaries are a common finding in normal women as well. (correct)

What leads to increased androgen secretion from the ovaries in women with PCOS?

  • Normal levels of insulin in the blood
  • Overproduction of estrogen from the ovaries
  • Reduced LH secretion from the pituitary
  • High insulin levels affecting sex hormone binding globulin (correct)

How does insulin resistance contribute to hirsutism and ovulatory dysfunction in PCOS?

<p>By being linked to weight gain and hormonal imbalances (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor plays a crucial role in the pathogenesis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?

<p>Abnormal regulation of GnRH (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to rule out other disorders with similar symptoms before diagnosing PCOS?

<p>To avoid misdiagnosing other endocrine disorders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic criteria for PCOS include the presence of at least two symptoms?

<p>The Rotterdam criteria (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the diagnosis of PCOS considered subjective?

<p>Because of the lack of knowledge about its etiology (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the 2006 KIDSCORE project develop criteria for?

<p>Diagnosis exclusive to adolescents with PCOS (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic feature is essential for confirming a PCOS diagnosis?

<p>Polycystic ovaries on ultrasound (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a defining feature of PCOS?

<p>High levels of androgens and chronic anovulation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might the prevalence of PCOS be underestimated?

<p>If the diagnostic criteria are not expanded or updated (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which criteria have been reaffirmed as the best diagnostic criteria for PCOS in adults?

<p>The Rotterdam criteria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary to exclude other causes of menstrual irregularities when diagnosing PCOS?

<p>Baseline investigations and specific tests (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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