Polycystic ovarian syndrome awareness among females in the UAE: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting females of reproductive age. Clinical guidelines recommend following the diagnostic criteria of PCOS based on an appropriate assessment of the patient's clinical presentation. Sufficient awareness among the population will prompt females to seek medical attention when necessary. This study aimed to assess knowledge and awareness about PCOS among females above the age of 18 years in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and to correlate the level of awareness with women's backgrounds, demographics, and education levels.

Methods

This was a cross-sectional study conducted in early 2020. 430 females over the age of 18 years were conveniently selected and interviewed in the UAE using a 21-item question

SUBMITTER: Zaitoun B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10108484 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature