Μελέτη του επιπολασμού της υπερανδρογοναιμίας σε Ελληνίδες γυναίκες με σύνδρομο πολυκυστικών ωοθηκών με βάση τα δύο διαφορετικά κριτήρια διάγνωσης (NIH 1990, Rotterdam 2004)

The study investigated the prevalence of hyperandrogenemia in Greek women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) using two diagnostic criteria: NIH 1990 and Rotterdam 2004. PCOS was identified as a significant endocrine disorder affecting 5%-9% of women of reproductive age. Key diagnostic features included clinical or biochemical hyperandrogenism, ovarian dysfunction, and polycystic ovaries. Hyperandrogenemia, characterized by symptoms such as hirsutism, acne, oily skin, alopecia, menstrual disturbances, and infertility, was a major diagnostic criterion. Testosterone, Δ4-androstenedione, and dehydroepiandrosterone were the primary androgens associated with PCOS. The study highlighted the importance of comprehensive androgen measurement for accurate diagnosis.