Correlation between biochemical and clinical hyperandrogenism parameter in polycystic ovary syndrome in relation to age.

ABSTRACT:

Background

To assess the correlation between clinical and biochemical hyperandrogenism parameters in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) according to age.

Methods

This prospective study included 256 PCOS patients diagnosed according to the Rotterdam criteria in a university-based hospital. Androgen levels were measured using liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. Hirsutism, acne, and alopecia were assessed using the modified Ferriman-Gallwey (mF-G) score, Comprehensive Acne Severity Scale (CASS), and the Ludwig scale, respectively. The correlation between biochemical and clinical hyperandrogenism parameters was assessed in younger and older women with PCOS.

Results

The 256 PCOS patients were classified by age into two groups: age 18-29 years (n = 151) and age 30

SUBMITTER: Guo Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10122797 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature