A descriptive study to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) among adolescent girls in selected Institutes of Bangalore with a view to provide an educational pamphlet.
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which the ovaries produce an abnormal amount of androgens, male sex hormones that are usually present in women in small amounts. PCOS a significant public health problem and is one of the commonest hormonal disturbances affecting women of reproductive age. The condition affects an estimated 8–13% of women of reproductive age, and up to 70% of cases are undiagnosed.
Author: Allisha Sherpa
Language: English
Subfield: Reproductive Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4411470928