Perceived Effects and Prevention of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome among Women Living in Ilorin-South LGA, Kwara State, Nigeria by Abdulqudus Tosin Jamiu, Kamalud-deen Adekunle Uthman, Tawakalitu Kikelomo Ijaodola, Khadijah Morenikeji Mutairu, Opeyemi Funke Obaditan

“…Background: Women of reproductive age are susceptible to polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), one of the most prevalent hormonal disorders. …”
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Linum usitatissimum Delivery over Chitosan Nanobiopolymer: Enhanced Effects on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Condition by Abolfazl Bayrami, Maryam Sojoudi, Shima Rahim Pouran, Aziz Habibi-Yangjeh, Sanaz Sojoudi

“…As per the results of this investigation, supporting medically important biomolecules over chitosan can enhance their therapeutic effectiveness in controlling PCOS.…”
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Pioglitazone Metformin Complex Improves Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Comorbid Psychological Distress via Inhibiting NLRP3 Inflammasome Activation: A Prospective Clinical Study by Qing-jun Guo, Jing Shan, Yi-feng Xu, Yan-yan Hu, Cui-lan Huo, Jing-yun Song, Chao-qun Wang, Hui Zhou, Chao-qin Yu, Qin Huang

“…This study aimed at investigating the therapeutic effect and mechanism of pioglitazone metformin complex preparation (PM) in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) comorbid psychological distress. Methods. Seventy-five patients with PCOS comorbid psychological distress were randomly allocated into the PM, metformin, and placebo groups. …”
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Prevalence, risk factors and health-seeking behavior of menstrual disorders among women in India: a review of two-decade evidence by Puja Das, Suresh Jungari

“…Conclusion The present study has revealed that most women reported high rates of Dysmenorrhea, while Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is less prevalent. The study findings suggest that health-seeking behaviour is the most important factor in reducing menstrual disorders, which has long-term effects of increasing other comorbidities.…”
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An Adolescent With a Giant Ovarian Cyst and Hyperandrogenism: Case Report by Julio César Moreno-Alfonso, Sara Hernández Martín, Lidia Ayuso González, Alberto Pérez Martínez

“…Conclusion: In adolescents with large ovarian cysts, in addition to ruling out malignant neoplasms, PCOS should be considered as these may have similar clinical and radiological presentations.…”
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Virtual screening and molecular docking of Indonesian phytoconstituents as potential inhibitors of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma in polycystic ovary syndrome by Tunjungseto Arif, Iffatunnisa Fakhriyah, Pratiwi Intan Winta, Alif Azzam Muhyiddin Afrizal, Ahsan Fadhil, Santoso Budi

“…Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinology disorder affecting women of reproductive age, characterized by irregular menstruation, androgen overproduction and insulin resistance. …”
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Effects Of Metformin And Myo-Inositol In Combination Versus Metformin As Monotherapy On The Metabolic Profile Of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Patients With Infertility by Hira Ehsan Khattak, Muhammad Imran Aftab, Tayyaba Anis Chaudhry, Jaleel Kamran, Zoia Ehsan Khattak, Misbah Ehsan Khattak

“…Conclusion: Compared to Metformin administered as a monotherapy, it seems promising to treat PCOS and insulin resistance using a combination of metformin and myo-inositol. …”
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PyBootNet: a python package for bootstrapping and network construction by Shayan R. Akhavan, Scott T. Kelley

“…Our analysis of the previously published PCOS gut microbiome data also showed that our network analysis uncovered patterns and treatment effects missed in the original study. …”
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Polycystic Ovarian Condition May Be a Risk Factor for Ovarian Tumor Development in the Laying Hen Model of Spontaneous Ovarian Cancer by Hyun Ju Lee, Janice M. Bahr, Pincas Bitterman, Sanjib Basu, Sameer Sharma, Jacques S. Abramowicz, Animesh Barua

“…Laying hens may represent a potential model for the study of spontaneous PCOS and its long-term risk of PCOC development.…”
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Ovulation Induction Techniques in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Systematic Review by Daria Michałka, Natalie Papachristoforou, Natalia Tekiela, Zuzanna Gałuszka, Monika Makar, Tomasz Bartuś, Emilia Bąk, Justyna Głowacka, Aleksandra Kocjan, Radosław Chmiel

“… Introduction & Purpose of Research: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting women of reproductive age. …”
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Pulsed Low-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (LIFU) Activation of Ovarian Follicles by Yan Xiao, Lixia Yang, Yicong Wang, Yu Wang, Yuning Chen, Wenhan Lu, Zhenle Pei, Ruonan Zhang, Yao Ye, Xiaowei Ji, Suying Liu, Xi Dong, Yonghua Xu, Yi Feng

“…After ultrasound stimulation, the PCOS-like rats had a decrease in androgen levels, restoration of regular estrous cycle and increase in the number of mature follicles and corpora lutea, and the ratio of M1 and M2 type macrophages was altered in antral follicles of PCOS-like rats, consequently promoting further development and maturation of antral follicles. …”
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The Effect of Age on Clinical and Laboratory Parameters in Reproductive Age Women with Endometrial Polyps by Aytekin Tokmak, Ebru Ersoy, Ali Özgür Ersoy, Esra Yaşar Çelik, Ali İrfan Güzel, Mustafa Uğur

“…Complete blood count values, smoking status, presence of PCOS, and number and size of polyps did not differ significantly between the two groups. …”
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Effect of non-pharmacological interventions for overweight/obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome on ovulation and pregnancy outcomes: a protocol for a systematic review and ne... by Juan Li, Jie Yang, Fan-rong Liang, Jun Zhou, Gui-Xing Xu, Han Yang, Yan-qun Xiao, Jia-jia Liu, Zhi-yong Xiao, Xiao-yan Zheng, Li-ying Liu, Zheng Yu

“…Introduction Most overweight/obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have infertility issues which are difficult to treat. …”
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Evaluating the association between lipidome and female reproductive diseases through comprehensive Mendelian randomization analyses by Ye Ma, Fang Wu, Zeming Yu, Lu Yang

“…Following multiple testing correction and MVMR validation, sphingomyelin (d38:2) was found to have a protective effect against PCOS (β = -0.104, 95% CI: -0.199 ~ -0.010, P = 0.031). …”
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Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals: Some Actions of POPs on Female Reproduction by Ewa L. Gregoraszczuk, Anna Ptak

“…Persistent organic pollutants (POPs), such as polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDDs) and dibenzofurans (PCDFs), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and polybrominated ethers (PBDEs), chloronaftalens (PCNs), and bisphenol A (BPA), are stable, lipophilic pollutants that affect fertility and cause serious reproductive problems, including ovotoxic action, lack of ovulation, premature ovarian failure (POF), or polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Most of the representatives of POPs influence the activation of transcription factors, not only activation of aromatic hydrocarbon receptor (AhR), but also the steroid hormone receptors. …”
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Polycystic Diseases in Visceral Organs by Shakila Abdul-Majeed, Surya M. Nauli

“…Aside from polycystic kidney disease (PKD), however, the roles of cilia in polycystic liver disease (PLD), polycystic pancreas disease (PPD), and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) are still very vague. In addition, although gender and sex hormones are known to regulate cyst formation, their roles in regulating physiological functions of cilia need to be further explored.…”
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Probiotics supplementation for management of type II diabetes risk factors in adults with polycystic ovarian syndrome: a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trial by Chengcheng Zhang, Yingyue Sheng, Jinchi Jiang, Yuzheng Xue, Leilei Yu, Fengwei Tian, Jianxin Zhao, Hao Zhang, Jian Jin, Qixiao Zhai

“…This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials aimed to evaluate the effects of probiotic supplementation on glucose homeostasis in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The meta-analysis was performed in accordance with the Cochrane Handbook guidelines and relevant the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) statement criteria. …”
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Patient-centered Outcomes in Modern Endodontic Microsurgery: A Narrative Review by Haytham Jaha

“…The present review seeks to evaluate the current state of Patient-Centered Outcomes (PCOs) in contemporary EMS, focusing on comparative analyses of surgical techniques, adjunctive therapies and the influence of technological advancements. …”
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AzioInositols in the Treatment of Insulin-Mediated Diseases by Giovanna Muscogiuri, Stefano Palomba, Antonio Simone Laganà, Francesco Orio

“…Thus, the aim of this review is to provide current evidence on the potential benefits of inositol isomers (MYO-INS and DCI) in the treatment of disease associated to insulin resistance such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), gestational diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. …”
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Inositols in Insulin Signaling and Glucose Metabolism by Arturo Bevilacqua, Mariano Bizzarri

“…Due to these multiple effects, myoIns has become a reliable treatment option, as opposed to hormonal stimulation, for insulin-resistant PCOS patients.…”
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