Polycystic ovary syndrome in asian women
Yu Ng, E.H.; Ho, P.C.
Seminars in Reproductive Medicine 26(1): 14-21
2008
ISSN/ISBN: 1526-8004 PMID: 18181078 DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-992920Document Number: 198085
There is substantial heterogeneity of symptoms and signs among women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). In addition to different diagnostic criteria used, the ethnic background of women with PCOS may affect the clinical, hormonal, and metabolic characteristics of this condition. We present here studies related to the clinical, hormonal, and metabolic characteristics and response to the treatment of PCOS in Asia, which may be different from those in Western countries. It is important to take into consideration the ethnic background of patients in future studies related to PCOS.