Prevalence, Phenotypes, and Comorbidities of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Among Indian Women.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

The prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) varies across the globe. Indian studies on PCOS are limited by poor design, small sizes, regional representations, and varying methods.

Objectives

To estimate the nationwide prevalence of PCOS in India, examine the phenotypic spectrum, and assess the magnitude of comorbidities associated with PCOS.

Design, setting, and participants

This cross-sectional study recruited 9824 women aged 18 to 40 years from November 1, 2018, to July 31, 2022, across 5 zones of the country. A prevalidated questionnaire dichotomized women into screen-positive and screen-negative groups. Relevant clinical, hormonal, and sonographic assessments categorized women as either women with criteria-based PCOS (ie, National Institutes of H

SUBMITTER: Ganie MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11581580 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature