The impact of multidisciplinary care on attrition rates in weight management programs for women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most prevalent endocrine system disorders affecting reproductive-aged women of all races and ethnicities. A high prevalence of obesity exists in women with PCOS, who are also vulnerable to attrition from weight management programs. Despite recommendations the implementation of multidisciplinary approaches in weight management programs, there is a lack of literature evaluating their usage in their treatment programs.

Objectives

The objectives of this scoping review are to critically examine existing empirical literature to describe multidisciplinary approaches to weight management in populations diagnosed with PCOS and to identify potential factors associated with attrition.

Eligibility criteria

This review incl

SUBMITTER: Terzian N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12409053 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature