Lack of adequate counseling about pregnancy complications in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome: a cross-sectional survey study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To assess the counseling experiences of patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) related to obstetric complications and preconception management of comorbidities.

Design

Cross-sectional survey study.

Setting

Not applicable.

Patients

Patients with PCOS with a history of or attempt at pregnancy.

Interventions

Not applicable.

Main outcome measures

Demographic characteristics, medical history, and counseling experiences.

Results

Of the 302 respondents, 72.9% had a previous pregnancy, with 66.8% reporting complications during pregnancy. Of the entire cohort, 52.7% received preconception counseling on PCOS-related obstetric complications, and 41.5% were satisfied with their counseling experience. Five percent were counseled on rel

SUBMITTER: Kim AE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11456671 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature