Polycystic ovary syndrome and recurrent pregnancy loss, a review of literature.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

PCOS is a syndrome of ovarian dysfunction associated with recurrent pregnancy loss. Several correlating factors have been investigated that influence the risk of pregnancy loss in PCOS. However, uncertainty remains about their contribution to pregnancy loss and prognosis. This review of literature aims to identify what is known and what requires further investigation on the relationship between PCOS and recurrent pregnancy loss, to guide future research and optimize medical guidance throughout pregnancy.

Study design

a review of literature was performed on several search engines using the following terms; polycystic ovarian syndrome, PCOS, recurrent pregnancy loss, recurrent miscarriage, RPL, aborted fetus, abortus provocatus, miscarriage and habitual abortion.

SUBMITTER: Wartena R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10643146 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature