Diagnosis and treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome.

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  • Ann Elaine Jones
چکیده

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a hormonal disturbance that results in a collection of symptoms and has wide-ranging health implications. There is evidence that it may run in families, and it is associated with the development of type 2 diabetes and recurrent miscarriage. Diagnosis involves eliminating other potential conditions, while treatment aims to manage individual symptoms rather than provide a cure.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Nursing times

دوره 101 3  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2005