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. 2006 Jul:86 Suppl 1:S7-8.
doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2006.03.012.

Diagnosis, phenotype, and prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome

Enrico Carmina  1 , Ricardo Azziz
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Diagnosis, phenotype, and prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome

Enrico Carmina et al. Fertil Steril. 2006 Jul.
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Abstract

New diagnostic criteria for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) suggested three main phenotypes: classic (hyperandrogenism and anovulation), ovulatory, and normoandrogenic. However, it is unclear whether the normoandrogenic phenotype actually represents PCOS. Overall, 6% to 8% of reproductive-aged women suffer from PCOS, making this disorder one of the most common endocrine abnormalities.

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