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What is the ovulation rate of gonadotropins in reproductive-aged women?
What is the ovulation rate of gonadotropins in reproductive-aged women?
- 30%
- 70% (correct)
- 40%
- 80%
Which type of FSH is initially considered for gonadotropin therapy?
Which type of FSH is initially considered for gonadotropin therapy?
- Recombinant FSH (correct)
- Luteinizing hormone
- FSH combined with HCG
- Urinary FSH
What treatment option is described as less complex with a lower ovulation rate but higher pregnancy rate compared to FSH alone?
What treatment option is described as less complex with a lower ovulation rate but higher pregnancy rate compared to FSH alone?
- HCG alone
- Low dose step-up urinary FSH
- Gonadotropins
- HCG combined with FSH (correct)
In patients with PCOS, what has been used to induce ovulation in addition to FSH?
In patients with PCOS, what has been used to induce ovulation in addition to FSH?
What is the focus of treatment for PCOS patients?
What is the focus of treatment for PCOS patients?
Why is treatment aimed solely at the singular symptom or presentation without considering underlying factors deemed ineffective?
Why is treatment aimed solely at the singular symptom or presentation without considering underlying factors deemed ineffective?
What is a potential disadvantage of using gonadotropins for ovulation induction in PCOS patients?
What is a potential disadvantage of using gonadotropins for ovulation induction in PCOS patients?
Which therapy is most likely to be recommended for women with PCOS experiencing oligomenorrhoea and severe hirsutism?
Which therapy is most likely to be recommended for women with PCOS experiencing oligomenorrhoea and severe hirsutism?
What is the primary effect of metformin in PCOS according to the text?
What is the primary effect of metformin in PCOS according to the text?
Why are glucocorticoids considered for treating PCOS according to the text?
Why are glucocorticoids considered for treating PCOS according to the text?
Which hormone's production is reduced by glucocorticoids in PCOS patients?
Which hormone's production is reduced by glucocorticoids in PCOS patients?
What is the potential risk of using high doses of gonadotropins in PCOS patients?
What is the potential risk of using high doses of gonadotropins in PCOS patients?
What is a potential effect of metformin on testosterone levels in patients with PCOS?
What is a potential effect of metformin on testosterone levels in patients with PCOS?
What is the rationale behind using metformin in PCOS therapy according to the text?
What is the rationale behind using metformin in PCOS therapy according to the text?
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