Open AccessMenstrual cycle disorders in polycystic ovary syndrome: Ultrasonographic characteristics and hormonal status
Author(s) -
Aleksandar Radulović,
Mirjana Bogavac,
Aleksandra Trninić-Pjević
Publication year - 2002
Publication title -
medicinski pregled
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1820-7383
pISSN - 0025-8105
DOI - 10.2298/mpns0206241r
Subject(s) - polycystic ovary , medicine , anovulation , hyperandrogenism , menstrual cycle , menarche , menstruation , gynecology , amenorrhea , hirsutism , obstetrics , hormone , physiology , pregnancy , obesity , insulin resistance , biology , genetics
The polycystic ovary syndrome is primarily characterized by an association of hyperandrogenism and anovulation. The aim was to determine the incidence of menstrual cycle disorders in patients with PCO syndrome and the relation with ultrasonographic and hormonal findings.