Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder affecting women of reproductive age, characterized by ovulatory dysfunction, polycystic ovaries, and hyperandrogenism. While extensively studied in adult women, its incidence in adolescent girls remains underexplored, particularly through sonographic evaluation. To investigate the incidence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in adolescent girls using a cross‐sectional sonographic approach. This study utilized a cross‐sectional design, involving 200 adolescent girls selected through convenience sampling. Sonographic evaluations were conducted to identify the presence of polycystic ovaries, alongside clinical assessments to diagnose PCOS according to the Rotterdam criteria. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi‐square tests. The findings of this study highlight a significant incidence of PCOS features in the adolescent population, with a notable percentage of participants exhibiting polycystic ovaries on ultrasound. The correlation between clinical symptoms and sonographic findings elucidates the complex nature of PCOS diagnosis in adolescents. This study underscores the importance of early sonographic screening for PCOS in adolescent girls, facilitating timely intervention and management to mitigate long‐term health implications. |
How to cite this article:
Amit H. Deshmukh and Shalaka A. Deshmukh. Exploring the Incidence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescent Girls: A Cross‐Sectional Sonographic Evaluation.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2024.5.297.300
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2024.5.297.300