Polycystic ovary syndrome

PCOS is a common endocrine abnormality and affects between 8-21% of women of reproductive age.

It is associated with a range of health effects (including metabolic, reproductive and psychological) which can have long-term implications for a patient.

Learning objectives:

• Know the symptoms that would make you suspect PCOS in your patients.
• Know the investigations you should carry out in a patient with suspected PCOS.
• Understand the health risks associated with PCOS.
• Understand the management principles of PCOS.

Acknowledgements

This content was created by Dr Karen Falloon PhD, MBChB, FRNZCGP and reviewed by Dr Grace Lee, with expert input from Dr Stella Milsom, Reproductive Endocrinologist, MBChB, Dip Obs, FRACP in 2020.