Perspectives on the International Recommendations for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescence

Abstract

Recommendations have been provided for the diagnosis and therapy of polycystic ovary syndrome in adolescence from 3 international expert conferences 2015-2018. Despite agreement about essentials, differences among details of these recommendations have engendered confusion. This commentary provides perspective about the agreements and disagreements among these recommendations and how these recommendations relate to other guidance. It concludes with practice suggestions that align with these recommendations.

Keywords: Acne; Adolescent menstrual abnormalities; Hirsutism; Polycystic ovary syndrome.